Benin's Presidential Election

Author: Melody ChirondaPublished on: April 14, 2026Country: Benin

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Benin's Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni secured over 94% of the votes in the presidential election, backed by outgoing President Patrice Talon. Opposition candidate Paul Hounkpe acknowledged his defeat. The election was praised by ECOWAS for its peaceful atmosphere, although analysts noted restrictions on political participation during Talon's presidency.

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