A failed coup attempt in the Benin Republic has led to a manhunt for the alleged mastermind, Lt. Colonel Pascal Tigri, who is believed to have fled to neighboring Togo. According to security analyst Brant Philip, intelligence sources indicate that Lt. Col. Tigri escaped Benin shortly after the failed operation and is currently hiding in Lomé, the capital of Togo.
The Benin Republic authorities had declared Lt. Col. Tigri and two other soldiers wanted after they allegedly attempted to overthrow President Patrice Talon’s administration on Sunday. The country’s constitutional authorities stated that the officer is being sought for his direct role in orchestrating and coordinating the coup attempt. The trio fled immediately after their plot collapsed, prompting a search operation by Benin’s security agencies.
The situation was confirmed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who stated that the coup attempt had failed and the ring leader, Lt. Col. Tigri, was on the run. The Benin Republic’s security agencies have continued their hunt for the remaining suspects, with efforts focused on apprehending those involved in the attempted coup.
The failed coup attempt has highlighted the ongoing security challenges in the region. The Benin Republic has experienced a period of relative stability under President Talon’s administration, but the recent events have raised concerns about the country’s political stability. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with many calling for calm and stability in the region.
The search for Lt. Col. Tigri and the other suspects is ongoing, with security agencies working to ensure that those responsible for the attempted coup are brought to justice. The Benin Republic’s government has assured its citizens and the international community that it is committed to maintaining stability and security in the country. As the situation continues to unfold, the region remains on high alert, with many waiting to see how the situation will be resolved.