Coup d’etat in Africa, especially in West Africa, has become commonplace in recent years, raising concerns about the survival of democracy and security on the continent.
The takeover took place after the military had criticised Mr Talon’s government over mismanagement of the country.
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria and the Benin Republic will collaborate to explore their culture, history and demography to benefit the citizens.
Nigeria currently supplies much of the electricity used in Benin and other neighbouring countries.
