ECOWAS Condemns Attempted Coup In Benin, Issues Warning

The Economic Community of West African States has voiced serious concern over reports of an attempted military takeover in Benin, calling it a grave and unacceptable attack on the people’s democratic choice.

In a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, ECOWAS condemned the unconstitutional action and called for the full respect of the country’s Constitution.

The Commission also commended the efforts of the government and the Republican Army in bringing the situation under control.

ECOWAS warned that the leaders of the plot, both individually and collectively, would be held responsible for any loss of life or property resulting from their actions.

The Commission further affirmed that it would support the government and people of Benin in all necessary ways, including the potential deployment of the regional standby force, to defend the Constitution and territorial integrity of the country.