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Niger junta claims ousted President Bazoum tried fleeing to Nigeria
Niger's military junta said Thursday that it foiled an attempt by ousted President Mohamed Bazoum to flee from custody.
Coup leaders ruling the country since...
Guinea’s leader defends coups but juntas are failing to solve problems
The recent coups in Africa are attempts by militaries to save their countries from presidents’ “broken promises,” the head of Guinea´s junta, Col. Mamadi...
Gabon coup leader Brice Nguema declares self president
Brice Oligui Nguema, leader of the Gabon’s military coup that removed President Ali Bongo, was on Monday sworn in as the country’s interim president.
Mr...
Nigeria punishes Niger with power cut after coup
Nigeria has cut electricity supply to Niger after soldiers took power there last week, leaving major cities there in blackouts.
Nigeria provides the bulk of...
Coup leader Abdourahamane Tiani declares himself Niger head of state
Coup plotters in Niger declared General Abdourahamane Tiani as the new head of state on Friday, marking a significant shift in the country's political...