Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum was detained by elite troops who claimed to have taken power in a coup. Bazoum vowed to protect democratic gains and his supporters attempted to approach the official complex but were dispersed by the Presidential Guard. The coup leaders suspended all institutions, closed borders, and imposed a curfew. The Coup Bid has been condemned by African and international organizations, as well as Niger's Western allies. Niger's Foreign Minister emphasized that Bazoum was the country's legitimate president and called for soldiers to return to their ranks. Benin's president is heading to Niger for mediation efforts.

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