Benin: Djogbénou clarifies the role of the military in a democratic state – La Nouvelle Tribune

Benin's National Assembly President, Joseph Fifamin Djogbénou, led a conference in Cotonou discussing the neutrality and engagement of defense forces in a democratic state. He emphasized that the neutrality of security forces should support democracy while respecting legality and republican authorities, as reaffirmed by a 2015 Constitutional Court decision. The discussion covered the military's role during elections, security challenges, and their duty to serve the nation, referencing directives from the Chief of Staff, Fructueux Gbaguidi, from October 2025.