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Three individuals were arrested in Pahou as part of a police operation linked to a supernatural scam. The suspects, accused of selling “magical” wallets, were in possession of 500,000 FCFA in counterfeit money, according to official sources. According to investigators, these wallets promised mystical powers to customers, allegedly enabling, the scammers claimed, the “production” of […]
Nigeria coach Éric Chelle denounced “suspicious” practices by the Congolese staff after the Super Eagles were eliminated on penalties in the final of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Nigeria coach Éric Chelle accused the Democratic Republic of the Congo of resorting to “voodoo magic” during the penalty shootout that separated the two nations on Sunday […]
Le Mouvement Populaire de Libération a franchi un nouveau cap politique à l’issue de son conseil national tenu le samedi 15 novembre 2025 à Abomey-Calavi. À l’issue de ce conseil, le parti a annoncé son engagement officiel en faveur du duo Wadagni–Talata pour l’élection présidentielle d’avril 2026. Les travaux ont également été l’occasion de lancer […]
The Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, arrived in Cotonou on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Sent as a special envoy of Pope Leo XIV, he was welcomed at the airport by the foreign minister, Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, for a closed-door meeting on the sidelines of the ordination of Mgr Éric Soviguidi. The meeting comes […]
Former parliamentarians of the party Les Démocrates (LD) officially announce their support for the presidential duo Romuald Wadagni – Mariam Chabi Talata. Facing the press and in front of leaders and activists from the two pro-government blocs, Constant Nahum and his associates, who have turned their backs on the LD party, explained that their decision […]
Less than twenty-four hours after announcing his resignation from the party Les Démocrates (LD), MP Sounon Boké Soumaïla has ultimately decided to stay. He announced it in a new video released on Sunday, November 16. In this statement, the Banikoara representative explains that his initial decision was prompted by internal tensions in his local constituency. […]
Deputy Sounon Boké Soumaïla today, Saturday, November 15, announced his resignation from the party Les Démocrates (LD). A decision he presents as a matter of principle, motivated by what he describes as a deep drift in the national political scene. In his statement, the deputy says that “political life no longer respects any orthodoxy,” describing […]
After several days of tension over his dispute with Debordo Leekunfa, Ivorian singer Kerozen has decided to turn the page. In a message posted on his Facebook page, the artist expresses his gratitude to his fans and announces that he is withdrawing his complaint against his ex-friend. This Saturday, Kerozen took to his Facebook page […]
The Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, says Nigeria has what it takes to secure qualification for the World Cup, on the eve of a decisive clash against DR Congo. Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen once again stressed the importance for the Super Eagles of clinching their ticket to the 2026 World Cup, reports Daily Post. Defeated during […]
The 9th legislature adopted early on Saturday, November 15, 2025 the bill to revise the Constitution introduced in parliament by Aké Natondé and Assan Séïbou. After long hours of debate, the deputies adopted the law amending the Constitution with 90 votes in favor and 19 against. A large-scale vote that propels the country toward a […]
After a tense, closely watched night in parliament, the deputies approved the revision of the Constitution at 6 a.m. The text received 90 votes in favor and 19 against, sealing one of the most decisive votes of recent years. The overnight adoption of the reform is already provoking strong reactions in public opinion and within […]
The verdict is in. Members of Parliament found the bill to amend the Constitution admissible. The bill received 87 votes in favor and 22 against, with no abstentions, allowing it to clear the first stage before substantive consideration. The reform is led by Aké Natondé, president of the parliamentary group l’union Progressiste le Renouveau, and […]
Mali’s High Authority for Communication has decided to remove LCI and TF1 from the country’s TV channel packages, after the broadcast of content deemed defamatory, anxiety‑inducing and harmful to national security. Immediate suspension of the French channels LCI and TF1 in Mali this Thursday, November 13, 2025. In its decision, Mali’s High Authority for Communication […]
With a goal and an assist from Lionel Messi, Argentina easily beat Angola (2-0) this Friday in a friendly in Luanda. Argentina faced Angola this Friday in Luanda as part of FIFA’s November international window. And the Albiceleste won 2-0. Propelled by a once-again decisive Lionel Messi, the Selección upheld their status despite a more […]
The Supreme Court of Benin has dismissed the appeal lodged by the party Les Démocrates (LD) concerning the rejection of their candidate file by the body in charge of elections. This decision thus confirms the ruling of the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (CENA), which invalidated the opposition party’s candidate for lack of documents. The LD […]
The installation drive for neighborhood chiefs appointed by the FCBE party continues in Parakou. On this third day dedicated to the exercise, the city mayor, accompanied by a municipal delegation, went to the third arrondissement to officially install two new local leaders. They are Ibrahim Suanon Bio, chief of the Wore neighborhood, and Daouda Soule, […]
Nigerian star, Burna Boy, interrupted his show in Denver to have two audience members removed whom he accused of having fallen asleep. An act that reignited criticism of his methods, which are seen as humiliating toward his audience. Nigerian singer Burna Boy once again found himself at the center of a heated controversy after having […]
As the major 2026 elections approach, Benin is entering a period in which the spread of false information can undermine social cohesion and the credibility of institutions. Aware of these risks, the Union nationale des médias en ligne du Bénin (UNaMEL-Bénin) has chosen to act proactively by launching an initiative aimed at strengthening the rigor […]
Summoned with Argentina for the friendly against Angola this Friday, Lionel Messi landed in Luanda on Thursday. A first for the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, who was greeted like a hero as he stepped off the plane. Argentina faces Angola this Friday in Luanda. A high-profile friendly as part of the November FIFA international window. […]
An individual was arrested on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 in the village of Adjago, Ahouannonzou district in Allada. The local police station arrested him as he tried to sell his victim an alleged “rainbow egg”, acting on behalf of an organized gang of scammers. The victim, a palm wine producer known for his hospitality in […]
Nigeria and DR Congo face off on Sunday in Rabat in the final of the African play-offs for the 2026 World Cup. A high-stakes duel whose winner will advance to the intercontinental play-offs, the final step before a possible World Cup qualification. Nigeria will meet the Democratic Republic of the Congo again on Sunday in […]
Producer Emma Dobré publicly expressed her support for the artist Kerozen, who is targeted by serious allegations of weapons possession made by Debordo Leekunfa. She appeals to the singer’s wisdom and urges him to favor forgiveness. The Ivorian music industry is once again shaken by the arrest of coupé-décalé artist Debordo Leekunfa following a complaint […]
The High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication has terminated the authorizations of five private radio stations. These include Couffo FM, Atifa FM, Urban FM, Nostalgie FM and Alfa FM. These stations have not been broadcasting for several months, despite repeated formal notices from the authority. The decision published on November 13, 2025, notes that the […]
The famous Ivorian singer Debordo Leekunfa was incarcerated at the Maison d’Arrêt et de Correction d’Abidjan (MACA) on Thursday, November 13, 2025. He is being prosecuted for breach of contract and defamation, following complaints filed by promoter Nama Bouaké and singer Kerozène. The sky darkens for Ivorian artist Debordo Leekunfa. Known for his antics and […]
