President Bola Tinubu has asked the Nigerian Senate to approve the deployment of Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin to support a peace mission after a failed coup attempt in the country. The request follows an incident in which rogue soldiers briefly took control of a television station in Cotonou, Benin’s economic capital, before being stopped by government forces.
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The president submitted a formal letter to the Senate, which was read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The letter explained that the government of Benin had requested immediate military support, including air assistance, to stabilize the situation and protect democratic institutions. Tinubu also noted that the action would reflect the close ties between Nigeria and Benin and align with ECOWAS principles of collective security.
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The proposed deployment is intended to assist Benin in responding to the attempted seizure of power, restore order, and prevent further disruption in the country. Details of troop numbers and the exact mission scope were not disclosed, and the Senate is expected to review the request and decide on approval.
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This development underscores Nigeria’s role in regional security and the importance of cooperation among neighboring countries to manage crises that threaten stability. The government will provide updates once the Senate considers the request and further plans for the mission are finalized.
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