Benin Requests Extradition of Activist Kemi Seba from South Africa
Benin seeks extradition of anti-Western activist Kemi Seba
Hindustan Times
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Benin's special prosecutor is preparing an extradition request for Kemi Seba, an anti-Western activist arrested in South Africa. Seba faces charges of inciting rebellion linked to a foiled coup in December. He remains in custody pending a bail hearing scheduled for April 29.
- 01Kemi Seba is wanted in Benin for inciting rebellion after supporting a coup attempt.
- 02He was arrested in South Africa and is currently in custody until a bail hearing.
- 03Seba holds a diplomatic passport from Niger and has been living in South Africa for five months.
- 04An extradition request from Benin is being prepared by the special prosecutor.
- 05Seba has faced legal issues in multiple African countries and is a vocal critic of France.
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Kemi Seba, a prominent anti-Western activist, faces extradition to Benin after being arrested in South Africa. The special prosecutor, Elonmario Metonou, announced plans for the extradition request following Seba's arrest on April 13. He is charged with inciting rebellion related to a failed coup in December 2022 against President Patrice Talon. Seba, who has been living in South Africa for about five months, overstayed his visa and appeared in court alongside his son and another co-accused. The court has postponed the hearing to verify Seba's passport and residency status. Seba, known for his criticism of France's influence in West Africa, lost his French citizenship in 2024 and holds a diplomatic passport from Niger. He has a significant social media following and has faced legal challenges in several African nations due to his activism.
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The extradition process could have significant implications for political dissent and activism in Benin, potentially affecting other activists.
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