African Union Commission chief Moussa Faki Mahamat on Monday condemned an “attempted coup” in Burkina Faso after the country’s president was reportedly detained following a mutiny by soldiers.

“He strongly condemns the attempted coup d’etat against the democratically elected president,” the AU said in a statement.

The State Government said it has been making tremendous efforts, to rid the State of terrorists, in order to ensure a peaceful and secure environment, for residents of the State.