Benin: In Abu Dhabi, Wadagni discovers Sheikh Zayed’s legacy (VIDEO)

Author: Armel TOGNONPublished on: October 27, 2026Country: United Arab Emirates
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Benin: In Abu Dhabi, Wadagni discovers Sheikh Zayed’s legacy (VIDEO)

During a visit to the United Arab Emirates, Beninese President Romuald Wadagni toured the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi. Accompanied by Foreign Minister Corinne Amori Brunet and the ambassadors of both countries, he was guided by mosque centre director general Yousif Abdallah Alobaidli, who described its history and its role in promoting coexistence, tolerance and intercultural dialogue. Hind Al Muhairbi presented the monument’s artistic and architectural features before the delegation visited Sheikh Zayed’s mausoleum. Wadagni received a commemorative gift and a copy of the book “The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace.”

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