The Chadian government says an attack on the country's presidency compound foiled by security forces on Wednesday, was carried out by a disorganised band of intoxicated men wielding knives and machetes who were easily neutralised.  

Bursts of gunfire rang out near the president's office in the capital N'Djamena on Wednesday night as the military blocked surrounding streets.

The government said later that security forces had foiled an attempt to destabilise the Central African country, and that the situation was completely under control.

Political analyst Zoe McCain spoke to Channel Africa News Reporter, Thuto Ngobeni.