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Drama In Cotonou: Soldiers Claim To Oust Talon Before Army Foils Plot.
According to Nivo News, Benin Republic’s Interior Minister, Alassane Seidou, has revealed that security forces successfully disrupted an attempted coup staged by a small group of soldiers who claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon from office.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Seidou disclosed on national television that the leader of the mutiny, Colonel Pascal Tigri, who led the takeover of the state broadcaster on Sunday, is currently on the run. He confirmed that several members of the group had been arrested following swift action by the country’s defence and security agencies.
The minister explained that the disturbance began early Sunday morning when a handful of soldiers launched a mutiny aimed at destabilising state institutions. He noted that the Beninese armed forces remained loyal to their constitutional duty, enabling them to quickly regain control and foil the plot. He urged citizens to continue their daily activities without fear, assuring them that the situation had been contained.
Earlier, a faction of soldiers identifying themselves as the “Military Committee for Refoundation” had appeared on state television announcing that President Talon had been removed from power. However, officials close to the president insisted he was safe and that loyal troops were restoring order.
Talon, who has led the West African nation for a decade and is expected to leave office in April, was reported by his team to be secure. They dismissed the mutineers as a small group who only succeeded in seizing the television station before regular forces moved in to re-establish full control of the country.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has refrained from verifying recent media reports alleging that its presidential flagbearer, Atiku Abubakar, has selected former Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Party Official Responds
In a conversation with Premium Times on Saturday, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi maintained a neutral stance when asked about the potential pairing. “I don’t have that confirmation. I cannot confirm for you at this time,” Abdullahi stated. While he declined to offer details on the ongoing selection process, he assured the public that the party will officially announce a vice-presidential candidate in due course.
Background to the Speculation
The rumors of a North-East/South-South alliance—pairing Atiku (Adamawa) with Amaechi (Rivers)—have gained traction since the conclusion of the ADC presidential primary, where Amaechi finished as the runner-up to Atiku.
Chieftain Urges Caution
The discourse intensified following claims by party stalwart Dele Momodu that Amaechi was uninterested in the deputy role. ADC chieftain Chukwuemeka Eze has since pushed back against these assertions, clarifying that Amaechi’s previous comments only indicated that he had not been formally approached. Eze further warned party members to avoid spreading unsubstantiated claims that could foster unnecessary friction within the ADC.
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‘No Negotiation With Terrorists’: Tinubu Breaks Silence On Tragic Death Of Retired General In Captivity!.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep shock and sorrow regarding the death of retired Major-General Rabe Abubakar, who passed away while in the custody of terrorists in Katsina State. The Katsina State Government confirmed that the retired senior officer died from complications related to hypertension and diabetes while still being held by his abductors. The government characterized this incident as a tragic loss for the General’s family, the state, and the entire nation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu acknowledged the General’s distinguished military career and noted that he was captured by hoodlums while traveling to his hometown. The President extended his condolences to the Armed Forces, the government of Katsina State, and particularly to the General’s family, noting with concern that his wife remains held by the captors.
Reaffirming his administration’s firm stance against terrorism, President Tinubu declared that the government will not yield to the demands of terrorists to release their members currently in security custody. Referencing his June 12 address, the President warned criminals and their sponsors that they must surrender or face the full might of the Nigerian State, emphasizing that no mercy will be granted to those who profit from violence. He called for national unity, expressing confidence that Nigeria will eventually overcome these threats and prosper. Furthermore, the President stated that the death of General Abubakar serves as a definitive moment, reinforcing his policy that the government will never negotiate with insurgents, whom he described as the nation’s greatest enemies that should not be spared.
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Heartbreak In The Den: Bandits Refuse To Release Widow Following General’s Tragic Death In Captivity!.
Hajiya Amina Abubakar, the widow of the late Major General Abubakar Rabe (retd.), remains in the custody of bandits. The couple was abducted on May 30, 2026, after their vehicle was ambushed on the Marabar Musawa–Kafinsoli road in the Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State. The Katsina State Government confirmed that Major General Rabe, a retired senior officer, passed away while in captivity due to complications from hypertension and diabetes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Prior to his death, a social media video surfaced in which the couple detailed the demands of their captors, which included the release of three detained individuals—Sani, Aminu, and Nasiru—as well as the return of seized livestock. Amina had pleaded with the Katsina State Government and local leaders to meet these conditions to secure their release.
Although the Katsina State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Nasiru Mu’azu, announced the retired general’s passing, he provided no update regarding the widow’s status, fueling ongoing concerns for her safety. While security sources indicate that rescue efforts are continuing, they have not provided a specific timeline.
A bandit kingpin, Kachalla Muhammad, stated in an audio message that he had previously intended to release the widow but reversed his decision due to the heavy deployment of security personnel in the area. Furthermore, the bandit leader expressed frustration over the arrest of individuals linked to his group, warning that these actions have hindered potential dialogue and reiterated his demands for the release of the three detainees and the return of seized cattle.
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