Benin: polling stations open for presidential election, Wadagni is the favorite

Benin is electing its new president today, with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni leading in the polls after a decade of economic growth. Nearly eight million voters are casting their ballots to choose the successor of Patrice Talon, who backs Wadagni. Voter turnout will be crucial following a campaign marked by voter apathy. Wadagni is supported by the two main ruling parties and faces opposition figure Paul Hounkpe.