April 29, 2025

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False! Benin did not lose 600 soldiers during terrorist attack as claimed in viral WhatsApp message

Claim: Terrorists kill over 600 Benin soldiers at Cotonou barracks Source: WhatsApp Verdict: False Researched by Alfa Shaban A viral WhatsApp video showing armed men

April 29, 2025

False! Benin did not lose 600 soldiers during terrorist attack as claimed in viral WhatsApp message

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False! Benin did not lose 600 soldiers during terrorist attack as claimed in viral WhatsApp message

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