Benin police arrest former defence minister turned opposition leader Candide Azannai

[France 24 - Africa] - 12/12/2025

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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