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Benin arrests ex-police chief for 'incitement to rebellion'

Benin arrests ex-police chief for 'incitement to rebellion'

General Louis Philippe Houndegnon awaits the start of his trial on December 16.

Benin president's allies remanded after alleged coup plot

Benin president's allies remanded after alleged coup plot

The pair has been charged with "conspiracy against state security, corruption and money laundering", according to their lawyer.

Benin arrests three people over 'coup plot' allegations

Benin arrests three people over 'coup plot' allegations

The government of Benin has arrested three people, including the president's close friend, over allegations of plotting a coup against President Patrice Talon.

Niger-Benin row threatens major oil pipeline

Niger-Benin row threatens major oil pipeline

A dispute between Niger and Benin is threatening a 1,930-kilometre oil pipeline that would have improved Niger's oil production.

Gunmen kill seven soldiers in Benin

Gunmen kill seven soldiers in Benin

Unknown gunmen have killed seven soldiers in northern Benin, the country's army has said.

Benin urges Niger to open border for oil exports

Benin urges Niger to open border for oil exports

Benin has urged its neighbour Niger to open borders to facilitate oil exports.

Benin closes river crossing with Niger amid tense relations

Benin closes river crossing with Niger amid tense relations

Benin has closed its river crossing with Niger amid tense relations between the countries.

Benin asks Niger to cooperate on crude exports

Benin asks Niger to cooperate on crude exports

Benin has asked Niger to cooperate on trade after ECOWAS lifted sanctions on Niger in February 2024.