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Coup Attempt in Benin and Neo-Colonialism in West Africa
Black Agenda Radio with Margaret Kimberley
12 Dec 2025
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Black Agenda Radio · Coup Attempt in Benin and Neo-Colonialism in West Africa

Abayomi Azikiwe, Editor of Pan-African Newswire, joins us from Detroit to discuss the recent coup attempt in the West African nation of Benin. The coup ended with assistance from neighboring Nigeria and from France. Abayomi Azikiwe provides analysis on events in Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Nigeria, the Alliance of Sahel States, other West African nations and on the enduring impact of colonialism and neo-colonialism in the region.

Benin
Guinea Bissau
Nigeria
Alliance of Sahel States
Coups
France

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