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  • Senate Backs Tinubu’s Rapid Response as Benin Coup Attempt Tests ECOWAS

    The Senate approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy troops to the Republic of Benin after an attempted coup reportedly disrupted public order in Cotonou. Lawmakers framed the move as part of Nigeria’s regional responsibility under ECOWAS.

    Some senators reportedly sought fuller debate, but leadership argued emergency procedures justified swift approval given the potential regional spillover.

    2025-12-10

    Punch Newspapers

    2025-12-10

  • ADC Applauds Benin Coup Response, Calls for Same Urgency at Home

    The African Democratic Congress commended the Federal Government for rapid intervention during the attempted coup in Benin Republic, but urged the same urgency in tackling insurgency and banditry within Nigeria.

    The party also emphasised that foreign deployments should follow constitutional procedures, including National Assembly ratification.

    2025-12-08

    Vanguard

    2025-12-08