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“No More Coups In West Africa!”—Presidency Celebrates Tinubu’s Firm Action In Benin Crisis.
The Presidency has described Nigeria’s swift reaction to the attempted military takeover in the Republic of Benin as clear evidence of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to peace, stability, and the protection of constitutional governance across West Africa.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the response followed an unsuccessful coup attempt led by mutinous officers operating under the so-called “Military Committee for Refoundation,” headed by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, who briefly seized Benin’s state television station on Sunday in a bid to remove President Patrice Talon from office.
The Beninese government later confirmed that loyal security forces had regained full control and halted the mutiny. Responding to the incident, the Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, wrote on that Nigeria’s position reflected President Tinubu’s unwavering defence of democratic rule in the region.
Olusegun noted that the events in Cotonou underscored Tinubu’s decisive role in safeguarding democratic institutions, stating that Nigeria acted promptly and firmly as the situation unfolded on December 7, 2025. He also emphasised that although Benin’s security agencies quickly suppressed the coup, Nigeria’s early condemnation helped influence the wider regional reaction.
He added that President Tinubu’s stance aligned with ECOWAS’ firm position against unconstitutional takeovers, recalling that as ECOWAS Chair, Tinubu has repeatedly insisted that coups must no longer be tolerated in West Africa.
According to Nivo News, the presidential aide stressed that Nigeria continues to champion dialogue, stability, and strict adherence to constitutional processes, reinforcing its longstanding status as a pillar of security within the sub-region.
While welcoming the failure of the coup, Olusegun warned that the incident is a reminder of the vulnerabilities confronting democratic transitions in the region. He noted that as Benin approaches its 2026 transition and as military interventions continue to cast shadows over parts of West Africa, President Tinubu’s firm defence of democracy remains a guiding force pushing the region toward a future where constitutional order is upheld without compromise.
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Game Changer: Why Political Insiders Believe Makinde Is the Opposition’s Best Bet Against Tinubu!
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The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has urged other opposition parties to rally behind Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde as a consensus presidential candidate to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Speaking in Abuja through its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the party noted that ongoing discussions facilitated by the G-100 pressure group are advancing toward presenting a unified opposition front ahead of an upcoming meeting.
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Yusuf stressed that opposition stakeholders should prioritize national interest and regional rotation—allowing the South to complete another four-year term—over individual ambitions.
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He touted Makinde’s governance track record, youth appeal, and proposed blueprints for national security and economic reform as key factors giving him an edge over other aspirants.
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Keep The Peace Or Lose Your Throne: Governor Otu Sends Shockwaves Through The Traditional Council!.
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Speaking at the annual International Leboku Festival in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, the governor strongly condemned the recent deadly inter-communal clashes between the Ugep and Idomi communities, labeling the violence a “show of shame.”....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Otu emphasized that traditional leaders are strictly accountable for upholding local peace and traditions, warning that the state government will withdraw certificates of recognition from royal fathers where violence erupts and will withhold recognition from communities plagued by parallel leadership factions.
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Yakurr Council Chairman Chief Inyang Yibala Igri urged residents to choose development and historical ties over destruction, encouraging youths to focus on commercial farming.
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Meanwhile, the Obol Lopon of Ugep, HRM Obol Ufem Ubana, pledged the traditional council’s commitment to sustaining harmony while drawing attention to local concerns, including tensions from dual coronations in Agoi-Ibami, requests for sports infrastructure upgrades, and media coverage improvements.
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Joint forces comprising troops from the Army Headquarters Garrison and Operation SWEEP carried out a security raid on Sunday, August 23, 2026, targeting illegal shanties and suspected criminal hideouts in the Federal Capital Territory.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The sweep, which commenced around 4:00 p.m., spanned several communities across the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), including Karshi, Jeje, Kurape, and Nyanya, with the objective of eliminating safe havens for criminals and boosting security surveillance.
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According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the operation successfully dismantled multiple unauthorized structures in areas identified as vulnerable.
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Following the exercise, the Mai-Anguwa of Nyanya praised the military action and committed to maintaining strong intelligence sharing and communication with security agencies to flag suspicious activities.
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