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Guest on the Is This Seat Taken podcast hosted by Chinasa Anukam, the Nigerian producer Don Jazzy detailed the qualities he looks for in a partner. The Afrobeats star highlighted eccentricity, gentleness, and his firm rejection of relationships marked by stress or violence. The renowned Nigerian producer Don Jazzy opened up about the woman who […]
The Government of Benin has adopted a national strategy on food and nutrition for the period 2026‑2030. The initiative aims to improve food security and the population’s nutritional quality through actions coordinated across the different sectors. The Government of Benin has endorsed the new National Strategy on Food and Nutrition 2026‑2030. This roadmap should help […]
As a guest on Roc Nation’s The Intern show, Nigerian singer Ayra Starr opened up about the intimate inspiration behind her song Where Do We Go, while reaffirming her admiration for Rihanna, her all-time idol. The Nigerian singer Ayra Starr opened up about her love life, discussing the dilemma she faces when it comes to […]
An armed attack carried out against a military position in Pendjari National Park was repelled by the Beninese Defense and Security Forces. The army says that 17 assailants were neutralized during the fighting on Saturday, March 7, 2026. In northern Benin, a military position located at Lodge Pendjari, inside the eponymous national park, was targeted […]
The Reds’ coach Arne Slot is particularly wary of Victor Osimhen, whom he regards as one of the main attacking threats of the Turkish club, as Liverpool face Galatasaray this Tuesday in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16. Liverpool FC coach Arne Slot expects a particularly tough duel against Galatasaray on […]
Guest on the Zone Franche program on Canal 3 Benin, the former second vice-president of the National Assembly, Basile Ahossi, shared his assessment of Joseph Djogbénou’s early days at the helm of the Parliament. While remaining cautious, the former deputy believes that the initial signals sent by the new president of the institution reflect a […]
Former head coach of the Super Eagles and a major figure in African football, Adegboye Onigbinde died at 88, leaving behind the legacy of a coach who shaped several generations of coaches in Nigeria. Nigerian football is in mourning. Adegboye Onigbinde, former emblematic head coach of the Super Eagles, has died on Monday at the […]
Announced as close to Wydad Casablanca by a Moroccan channel, the Super Eagles’ head coach Éric Chelle will not be leaving his post, according to Promise Efoghe, the Nigerian national team’s media manager. The Super Eagles’ head of media relations, Promise Efoghe, firmly denied reports of an imminent departure of head coach Éric Chelle to […]
The cornerstone of the Istanbul club, Victor Osimhen, will have to avoid another yellow card during the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 between Galatasaray and Liverpool FC, on pain of missing the return match at Anfield. Galatasaray’s forward, Victor Osimhen, will be at risk of a suspension during the first […]
After the 19th matchday of the Benin Football Championship, Buffles FC remain at the top of the table following their away win, but Coton FC stay in touch in a title race tighter than ever. The 19th matchday of the Benin Football Championship delivered on all fronts this weekend, with tight matches and increasingly important […]
Officials of the party Les Démocrates will meet again next Wednesday for a new meeting dedicated to the internal situation of the political party. This meeting should allow continuing the discussions started after the announcement of the resignation of former president Thomas Boni Yayi. The party Les Démocrates is maintaining the series of open consultations […]
A delegation from the Les Démocrates party is expected this Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Parakou to meet former president Thomas Boni Yayi. The aim is to persuade him to reverse his decision to resign as the head of the party. The Les Démocrates party continues internal discussions after the announcement of its president, Thomas […]
The day after the deadly attack against a military position in Kofonou, in northern Benin, the government responded through its spokesperson. The authorities commend the courage of the Benin Armed Forces and invite citizens to contribute to the security effort. The Benin government reacted to the attack that occurred on March 5, 2026 against a […]
In Benin, the resignation of former president Thomas Boni Yayi from the leadership of the Les Démocrates party was not accepted by the party’s governing bodies. Gathered this Friday, March 6, 2026 in Cotonou, party officials decided to reject this resignation.The information was made public by the party’s national secretary for communications, Guy Mitokpè. According […]
In Benin, the leaders of the Les Démocrates party are meeting again this Friday, March 6, 2026 in Cotonou. The meeting comes two days after a crisis meeting convened following former President Boni Yayi’s resignation from the leadership of the party. The session is taking place at the party’s headquarters in Fifadji. Announced for 10 […]
A few days after Thomas Boni Yayi’s withdrawal from the presidency of the Les Démocrates party, reactions continue to emerge in the political class. This Friday, March 6, the Beninese government spoke out on this decision through its spokesperson, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji. “I can assure you that we sympathize with what is happening to LD’s […]
The Beninese TikTok influencer known by the pseudonym ‘Flapacha’ was sentenced to 60 months’ imprisonment with no possibility of parole. The special court also imposed on him several million CFA francs in fines at the end of his trial. Presented to the CRIET on Thursday, August 14, 2025, the TikTok user known by the pseudonym […]
In the communes of Adjarra and Avrankou, the new district chiefs (CA) as well as the presidents of the standing commissions are now known. This step comes after the installation of the new municipal councils, thus marking the gradual establishment of the local governance architecture. The municipal councillors met to designate the officials responsible for […]
In the Couffo department, Prefect Christophe H. Megbedji made public on Thursday, March 5, 2026, the official installation schedule for the arrondissement chiefs as well as the presidents and rapporteurs of the permanent commissions in the various municipalities. According to the timetable laid out by the prefectural authority, the first ceremonies are scheduled for Friday, […]
A serious road accident occurred in the morning of Thursday, March 5, 2026, in the Sèdjè-Dénou district, in the commune of Zè. A truck carrying teak wood lost control and crashed into a dwelling. According to the initial testimonies gathered on site, the vehicle misjudged the turn at the Sèdjè-Dénou junction. The driver then lost […]
A motorcycle taxi driver was the victim of an attack in the afternoon of Wednesday, March 5, 2026, in the Gnidjazoun district of Bohicon. The incident occurred in the Aligoudo neighborhood, where one of the alleged perpetrators of the robbery was chased down and beaten by residents, while his accomplice managed to escape. According to […]
After the installation of the new municipal councils, the arrondissement chiefs and heads of commissions are now known. After the establishment of the new municipal councils arising from local elections, the various municipalities continue organizing their internal functioning. The arrondissement chiefs (ACs), as well as the chairs and rapporteurs of the standing commissions, are now […]
Thomas Boni Yayi’s decision to step down as president of the Les Démocrates party continues to provoke reactions in Benin’s political class. After Irénée Agossa, Bertin Koovi has spoken out about the withdrawal of the former head of state from the Les Démocrates party and from political life. According to Bertin Koovi’s remarks reported by […]
The President of the Republic of Benin, Patrice Talon, received on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Palais de la Marina the activity report of the transitional mandate of the Economic and Social Council. The official ceremony took place in the presence of several presidents of institutions and government members. This accountability report comes one […]
The Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism (CRIET) sentenced the Beninese activist Damien Dégbé to two years’ imprisonment and a fine of several million CFA francs. Former president of the National Union of Schoolchildren and Students of Benin (UNSEB), he was prosecuted for acts related notably to online harassment as well as […]
The Beninese government has taken an important step in organizing the cultural sector. During a meeting of the Council of Ministers, it adopted a decree establishing a legal, social, and economic status for the benefit of artists and cultural professionals. This decision aims to fill a gap long highlighted by sector stakeholders. Despite investments made […]
A man charged with alleged fraud appeared before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET). He is accused of abusing the trust of several people by presenting himself as an influential official at the Ministry of Economy and Finance. In court, several plaintiffs chose to become civil parties. Among them are […]
The Beninese government takes a new step in modernizing the country’s sports infrastructure. Gathered in a Council of Ministers on March 4, 2026, the executive authorized the establishment of a project management mission tasked with designing the project for the construction of an Olympic swimming pool within the Stade de l’Amitié Général Mathieu Kérékou. This […]
In Senegal, the Pastef party’s deputy, Guy Marius Sagna, believes that withdrawing his party from the government would constitute a major political mistake. In an interview given to a media outlet, he spoke about the tensions that have arisen between President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, calling on the two leaders to […]
At the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Arts, the transition took place under the sign of assessment and continuity. On the occasion of the handover ceremony, the outgoing minister Jean-Michel Abimbola looked back on the main achievements recorded during his time at the head of the department before formally handing over his responsibilities to his […]
