Benin attempted coup: Army claims to have overthrown President Talon

A military coup is underway in the West African nation of Benin.
Soldiers have appeared on national television, saying they have overthrown President Patrice Talon.
We are also getting reports of gunfire near Talon's residence, that's located in Benin's largest city of Cotonou.

Adama Gaye is a Political Analyst and Former Director of Communication at ECOWAS. He explains what we know so far.

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