Gabon arrests rebel chief, kills two in failed military coup

The Republic of Gabon yesterday said the chief rebel who led a thwarted coup to end the 50-year rule by President Ali Bongo’s family had been arrested and two of his commandos killed.

Emeka Nwachukwu, with agency report

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