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In Nigeria, police recently arrested 25 individuals who were attending a gay wedding in Lagos. Despite the event being hosted in a private residence, the police received a tip-off and conducted a raid on the occasion. Following their apprehension, the guests were taken to a police station and subjected to detainment. Though later released on bail, they may still face charges under Nigeria's Same-Sex Marriage Prohibition Act. This law, enacted in 2014, criminalizes both same-sex marriages and relationships, carrying potential penalties of up to 14 years in prison. This incident has ignited a wave of outrage within Nigeria and beyond. Human rights activists have vehemently criticized the police action, asserting that it constitutes a violation of the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. The Same-Sex Marriage Prohibition Act has attracted widespread condemnation from human rights organizations. The legislation targets same-sex unions and relationships, and it has been leveraged to harass a

On August 30, 2023, a coup attempt unfolded in Gabon, led by Lieutenant-Colonel Guy Nzouba Ndama. Despite his efforts, the coup proved unsuccessful, leading to the arrest and detention of Nzouba Ndama. The coup commenced with Nzouba Ndama's forces seizing control of the national radio station and declaring their takeover of the government. This included the announcement of the removal of President Ali Bongo Ondimba from power, with plans to establish a new government structure. However, the coup faced swift opposition from Gabonese military and security forces, alongside loyalists of President Bongo Ondimba. These loyalist forces managed to regain control of the capital, Libreville, and thwarted Nzouba Ndama's coup attempt. The coup marked a significant setback for Nzouba Ndama, a former ally of Omar Bongo, the father of President Bongo Ondimba. Nzouba Ndama's prior role as Gabon's prime minister from 1999 to 2009 and his association with the Bongo family suggested him