Government candidate Wadagni on course to win Benin presidential election

Author: Al Jazeera and AgenciesPublished on: April 13, 2026Country: Benin

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Government candidate Wadagni on course to win Benin presidential election

Romuald Wadagni, the finance minister, is on track to win the April 2026 presidential election after his sole opponent, Paul Hounkpe, conceded defeat. Hounkpe congratulated Wadagni in a televised statement, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect in democracy. Wadagni, backed by outgoing President Patrice Talon, promised to improve access to water, social security, and healthcare.

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