Hunt under way for Benin coup plotters and their hostages
Hunt under way for Benin coup plotters and their hostages
Nigeria sent fighter jets to help oust the mutineers from the national broadcaster and a military camp.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article's claim about Nigeria's involvement is not directly supported by the provided sources. While some sources mention a coup attempt in Benin, none explicitly confirm Nigeria's military intervention. The article exhibits a moderate bias due to the lack of corroboration for a key claim.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: Nigeria sent fighter jets to help oust the mutineers from the national broadcaster and a military camp.
- Verification Source #1: Mentions an attempted coup in Cotonou, Benin, and shows soldiers in a military vehicle, but does not mention Nigeria's involvement or fighter jets.
- Verification Source #3: Condemns the attempted coup in Benin Republic but does not mention Nigeria's involvement.
- Verification Source #4: Mentions a coup attempt in Benin and President Patrice, but does not mention Nigeria's involvement.
- Verification Source #5: Refers to the 'latest episode' in Benin Republic, implying a coup attempt, but does not mention Nigeria's involvement.
- Assessment: Unverified. None of the provided sources confirm Nigeria's involvement with fighter jets.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 1 mentions an attempted coup in Benin but does not corroborate the claim of Nigerian military intervention.
- Sources 3, 4, and 5 discuss the coup attempt but do not mention Nigeria's involvement.