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Former official of the Les Démocrates party, Guy Dossou Mitokpè stands by his repositioning within the presidential movement. Invited on Bip Radio, the former deputy rejected accusations of opportunism, stating that he reassessed his political position out of conviction and not to gain immediate advantages. Guy Dossou Mitokpè does not want his joining the presidential […]
Victorious against Panama thanks to a goal scored in the final seconds, the Black Stars have perfectly kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign. But for coach Carlos Queiroz, the real test now comes with a clash against England, where sacrifice and mental strength will be essential. Despite the valuable victory over Panama (1-0), Carlos […]
Beaten by France in their opener at the 2026 World Cup, Senegal missed a chance to start strong in the competition. After the match, Kalidou Koulibaly provided a clear analysis of the Lions’ performance, filled with regrets, frustration, and a call for remobilization ahead of the next match against Norway. Senegal hoped to kick off […]
After defying the official line of the Democrats party to support Romuald Wadagni before the presidential election, several former opposition leaders now find themselves without a visible role in the new power structure. Neither in the government, nor among the ministerial advisers, nor in the initial strategic appointments, these late campaign supporters see their political […]
Deprived of the 2026 World Cup following the elimination of the Super Eagles during the qualifiers, Victor Osimhen expressed his regret over Nigeria missing out on the global event. The Galatasaray forward nonetheless calls for learning from this failure to bounce back. Victor Osimhen did not hide his disappointment at seeing Nigeria absent from the […]
A brutal disappearance has caused shock within the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Abomey-Calavi this Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The lifeless body of a man in his fifties was found on the grounds of this research center. According to information reported by the site 24 Heures au Bénin, the victim was a familiar […]
Heavy gunfire and strong explosions were heard during the night of June 17 to 18, 2026, around Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey. Nigerien authorities assure that the situation is under control, but no official toll or details about the origin of the incident have yet been communicated. Heavy gunfire and strong explosions were heard […]
In an official statement, the prefect of the Plateau department, Kogbévi Délonix Djiméco, formally denied the rumors circulating for several days on social networks about the presence of unidentified armed groups in the region. Having been alerted multiple times to suspicious movements, the prefect immediately ordered thorough checks on the ground. The patrols and investigations […]
It’s a crucial court appointment taking place this Thursday, June 18, 2026. Former minister and president of the party Restoring Hope, Candide Armand-Marie Azannaï, will be presented to the investigating judge of the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET). This hearing comes after six months of pre-trial detention, following his arrest […]
Meeting in plenary session this Wednesday, June 17, 2026, under the presidency of Professor Joseph Fifamin Djogbénou, the deputies of the 10th legislature proceeded to assign 25 major files to the various permanent committees of the National Assembly. The proceedings took place in the presence of the Minister of Justice, Yvon Détchénou. Among them, there […]
Côte d’Ivoire has expressed its willingness to resume joint operations with Mali and Burkina Faso in the fight against terrorism. This opening comes after diplomatic initiatives undertaken by Benin towards the countries of the Sahel States Alliance. Côte d’Ivoire says it is ready to resume security cooperation with Mali and Burkina Faso. The Ivorian Minister […]
The National Assembly allocated 25 files to the permanent commissions on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Among the texts involved are several draft laws awaiting review as well as new files submitted by the government. Beninese deputies have begun examining a new wave of legislative files. Gathered in a plenary session at the Palace of Governors […]
A building owned by former deputy Zéphirin Kindjanhoundé will be auctioned on July 2nd in Cotonou. The procedure, initiated at the request of BOA-Bénin, is part of a dispute related to an unpaid bank loan. The name of Zéphirin Kindjanhoundé appears in a real estate auction procedure announced by the Cotonou Commercial Court. The former […]
The Faculty of Health Sciences (FSS) at the University of Abomey-Calavi has launched a call for applications for holders of the 2026 baccalaureate obtained outside of Benin. Applications for admission to the basic training programs at the faculty can be submitted from July 6 to September 28, 2026. The Faculty of Health Sciences (FSS) at […]
Biao Karimou Inoussa has been appointed Acting Director of Examinations and Competitions at the Ministry of Secondary, Technical, and Vocational Education. He replaces Armand Kuyema Natta, who has been called to the government as Minister of Nursery and Primary Education. The Directorate of Examinations and Competitions at the Ministry of Secondary, Technical, and Vocational Education […]
Expected to be among the favorites in the competition, the Portuguese team begins its World Cup campaign in Houston against a DR Congo side returning to the global stage after more than fifty years. A match with very different stakes but the same ambition: to make a successful entry. The lineups for both teams have […]
A strong emotion is shaking the inhabitants of the village of Akon, in the municipality of Savè. The lifeless body of a man, around thirty years old, was discovered on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, under particularly unclear circumstances in Lohoundjoko, a locality located in the Okpara district. According to information gathered by the editorial team […]
A sad discovery shook the residents of Colli-Sohoué, in the municipality of Toffo, this Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The lifeless body of a woman in her fifties, identified by the initials N. B., was found at her home. The victim was well known in the area as she worked as a vendor at the Houègbo […]
Diplomacy and Security: Benin Strengthens Its Military Cooperation with the United States and the European Union The Minister Delegate in Charge of National Defense, Gildas Agonkan, held a series of strategic meetings on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Cotonou. He successively received the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Benin, Shane Dixon, and […]
The final results of the fifth registration campaign for the national file of admission and nomination of executives for positions in the public spending chain are now available. This publication follows the review of the integrity investigations carried out by the competent services of the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security. The Beninese government […]
The public prosecutor was particularly firm this Tuesday before the Court for the repression of economic offenses and terrorism (CRIET) against a young man, charged with blackmailing his ex-girlfriend by threatening to share her intimate photos. The case began almost cinematically. Thinking he was going to a meeting he had set up with his former […]
The Equatorial Guinean government has submitted its collective resignation to President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. This decision follows an unfavorable assessment of its actions, with the Vice President estimating that only “10% of the objectives” set have been achieved. The government of Equatorial Guinea has resigned from its duties. Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua […]
Beninese lawmakers are gathered this Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Palace of Governors in Porto-Novo for a plenary session dedicated to the assignment of several files to the permanent committees. In Benin, parliament is holding a plenary session this Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Palace of Governors in Porto-Novo. According to the agenda […]
Two years after bringing Bassirou Diomaye Faye to power, the phrase “Sonko is Diomaye” now belongs to the past. The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko from the Prime Minister’s office on May 22, 2026, marked the break between the two former struggle companions and opened a new political chapter in Senegal. The night of March 14, […]
