ECOWAS
Burkina Faso Releases Detained Nigerian Air Force Officers Amid Rising West African Tensions
Burkina Faso has released 11 Nigerian military officers held after their aircraft made an emergency landing without authorization, as West Africa faces heightened security and political instability.
Benin Coup Attempt Foiled: Loyalist Forces Thwart Sudden Bid to Oust President
Benin’s government survived a dramatic coup attempt on December 7, 2025, as loyalist troops repelled a mutiny by soldiers claiming to dissolve the government and oust President Patrice Talon. The episode highlights regional instability and raises questions about Benin’s political…