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Burkina defense minister fired over involvement of coup attempt |
Burkina Faso Defense Minister Kouame Lougue has been fired by President Blaise Compaore over the allegation of his involvement of a coup attempt.
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Burkina Faso Defense Minister Kouame Lougue has been fired by President Blaise Compaore over the allegation of his involvement of a coup attempt.
According to a report reaching here Sunday, Lougue has been replaced by Yero Boli, the head of presidential staff.
Earlier this month, the state prosecutor said Lougue had been questioned in connection with a coup attempt in Burkina Faso.
Source: Xinhua
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