Rumors of a military coup in Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) surged across West African media platforms recently, sparking widespread anxiety and speculation both locally and internationally.
The chaos began when news broke that President Alassane Ouattara was allegedly missing, and that military movements had been observed around key installations in Abidjan, the country’s economic capital. This triggered fears that the nation might be the next in a series of West African countries to experience a military takeover.
However, the panic was short-lived. The Ivorian government swiftly responded, releasing photos and reports showing President Ouattara chairing a cabinet meeting, directly refuting claims of a coup or his absence. BusinessDay also confirmed that Ouattara led a government session in Abidjan, putting rumors to rest.
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Still, the incident caused a stir across social media, as citizens remain wary of political instability in a region that has seen coups in countries like Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger in recent years. Leadership.ng reported that the mere rumor caused visible unease in the country, especially given Ivory Coast’s own complex history of military and political tensions.
This trending topic underscores how fragile peace can be in West African democracies and how quickly misinformation can spark widespread fear, even in relatively stable nations.
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