Benin Jails 30, Mostly Soldiers, Over Foiled Coup Attempt

The Government of Benin Republic on Tuesday jailed at least 30 people, most of whom are soldiers, accused of links to a foiled coup attempt earlier this month.

It was recalled that soldiers appeared on national television on December 7 to announce that President Patrice Talon had been deposed.
However, the attempted coup was swiftly defeated by loyalist army forces with the help of the Nigerian air force and French special forces.

Several people were killed and the alleged coup leader lieutenant-colonel Pascal Tigri and other mutinous soldiers are still on the run.

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At least 30 accused people on Monday appeared before a special prosecutor for the court for economic crimes and terrorism in the city of Cotonou.

They were reportedly placed in pre-trial detention the following day at the end of their hearing.
They are being prosecuted for treason, murder and endangering state security.

Meanwhile, Chabi Yayi, son of former Beninese President and current opposition figure Thomas Boni Yayi, who was earlier arrested, was released on Monday after being questioned but remains under prosecution in connection with the coup bid for reasons that are not known.

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He is alleged to be a member of the opposition party led by his father.
President Talon is accused by critics of authoritarianism in a country once praised for its democratic dynamism.