<p>What does the coup attempt in Benin mean for the West African nation and its citizens? President Patrice Talon has assured the nation that things are 'under control' after the government thwarted Sunday's military takeover. About a dozen soldiers believed to be the leaders of the mutiny have been arrested. 
Also, did you know dog meat is a staple in some parts of Nigeria, Africa's biggest population? We take you inside one of the largest dog meat markets in the country. </p><p>Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna
Producers:  Bella Twine and Ayuba Iliya 
Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru 
Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga
Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla</p>

Focus on Africa

BBC World Service

What next after coup attempt in Benin?

DEC 8, 202522 MIN
Focus on Africa

What next after coup attempt in Benin?

DEC 8, 202522 MIN

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<p>What does the coup attempt in Benin mean for the West African nation and its citizens? President Patrice Talon has assured the nation that things are 'under control' after the government thwarted Sunday's military takeover. About a dozen soldiers believed to be the leaders of the mutiny have been arrested. Also, did you know dog meat is a staple in some parts of Nigeria, Africa's biggest population? We take you inside one of the largest dog meat markets in the country. </p><p>Presenter : Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Bella Twine and Ayuba Iliya Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru Senior Producer: Charles Gitonga Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla</p>