Benin police arrest former defence minister turned opposition leader Candide Azannai

Benin's opposition figure and former defence minister Candide Azannai was arrested on Friday in Cotonou, according to a police source. It has yet to be confirmed whether his detention is linked to Sunday's foiled coup attempt. 

Dec 12, 2025 - 17:00
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Benin police arrest former defence minister turned opposition leader Candide Azannai
Benin's opposition figure and former defence minister Candide Azannai was arrested on Friday in Cotonou, according to a police source. It has yet to be confirmed whether his detention is linked to Sunday's foiled coup attempt. 

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