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The day after the definitive proclamation of the results of the legislative elections of January 11, 2026, confirming the failure of the party Les Démocrates to enter the National Assembly, Daniel Edah, president of the movement Nous Le Ferons, reacted in a message addressed to the Beninese people, made public this Thursday, January 22. Taking […]
The Beninese government has given a positive assessment of the 2026 edition of the Vodun Days festival, praising the organization, participation, and cultural impact of this event, which was held recently in Ouidah. In a statement made on the margins of the Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, January 21, the government spokesperson, Léandre Wilfried […]
An individual was arrested by the Republican Police in the commune of Kalalé after attempting to carry out a transaction with counterfeit money, authorities reported. The events took place in the evening of January 21, 2026 at the Dérassi market, where the suspect had presented himself with the intention of buying a Bajaj-brand motorcycle, estimated […]
The National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA) on January 22, 2026 issued a public warning to the public regarding the circulation of fraudulent links allegedly related to the recruitment of electoral agents. The electoral institution notes that these messages do not come from its official services and are aimed at deceiving potential candidates. According to the […]
The Beninese authorities responsible for organizing the 2026 Hajj have officially announced the registration deadline for pilgrims wishing to undertake this major annual religious gathering. The decision was made as part of the logistical and administrative preparations for the trip to the holy sites in Saudi Arabia.According to the published schedule, the registration deadline is […]
The verdict of the January 11, 2026 legislative elections is not at all incidental for MOELE-BÉNIN. It marks, on the contrary, a turning point. For MOELE-BÉNIN and its president Jacques Ayadji, the central question is no longer the electoral strategy, but political survival.In an institutional landscape now locked by the tandem Union progressiste le Renouveau […]
The president of Niger, General Abdourahmane Tiani, has carried out a technical reshuffle of the government, mainly affecting the economic bloc, according to the news site Actuniger. Niger’s prime minister, Ali Lamine Zeine, keeps his post but hands over the Economy and Finance portfolio, which he had held since August 2023, to Mamane Laouali Abdou […]
Aware of a difficult season in La Liga as in the Champions League, the captain of Athletic Bilbao, Inaki Williams, made a point of delivering a unifying message, promising a united and determined team to fight until the end. The Ghanaian international Iñaki Williams, captain of Athletic Bilbao, acknowledged that the current season was proving […]
The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, reacted strongly on social media to dismiss the accusations that he spent $50,000, which he regards as completely unfounded. The Nigerian Afrobeat star, Davido, vehemently denied rumors that he shelled out $50,000 for organizing his wedding, calling these accusations “totally crazy.” On Sunday night, the artist stepped up to respond […]
Amid broad successes, a string of draws, and valuable away wins, the 15th matchday of the 2025-2026 season confirmed the league’s strong competitiveness. The 15th day of Benin’s Ligue 1 delivered its verdict this weekend, with a series of matches generally tight and low-scoring. On Saturday, Loto-Popo achieved the most notable performance by easily defeating […]
Ghana’s all-time top scorer, former forward Asamoah Gyan explains how fans’ expectations and the constant pressure fueled his consistency and effectiveness for the national team. The former emblematic forward of the Black Stars, Asamoah Gyan, has spoken about the mindset that shaped his exploits in Ghana’s kit and fed his exceptional longevity at the highest […]
Images of Senegal’s president Bassirou Diomaye Faye brandishing the continental trophy with his wives Marie Khone and Absa Faye marked the national celebrations, blending football, tradition, and collective pride after the victory of the Lions of Teranga. Senegal’s president Bassirou Diomaye Faye drew strong reaction on social media by celebrating Senegal’s victory at the Africa […]
For the first time, Benin will be represented at the Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, with skier Nathan Tchibozo as the sole athlete and flag-bearer of a highly symbolic participation. Benin’s sport is poised to reach a historic milestone. For the first time in its history, Benin will be represented at the Winter Olympic Games, […]
The special public prosecutor’s office at the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET) requested, on Thursday, January 22, 2026, a sentence of eight years in prison for at least five people involved in the case of human bones found behind the Hubert Koutoukou Maga National University Hospital Center (CNHU-HKM), reports Libre […]
Despite being eliminated in the round of 16 by Egypt, the Cheetahs leave CAN 2025 with recognized progress and the stated desire to aim higher in the future, says the Beninese government. Eliminated in the Round of 16 of CAN 2025 after their defeat to Egypt (3-1), the Benin Cheetahs leave the competition with a […]
Benin is in mourning following the announcement of the death, this Friday, January 23, 2026, of General Théophile N’dah, former Director General of the National Police and former Minister of the Interior, Security and Territorial Administration. He died at his home, leaving behind the imprint of a career closely linked to reforms and to the […]
The former Ghanaian striker, Asamoah Gyan, has spoken about his memorable spell at Sunderland, emblematic of the culmination of his lifelong ambition to always compete at the highest level of English football. The former Ghanaian international striker Asamoah Gyan has spoken about his spell in the Premier League, which he describes as the culmination of […]
Benin successfully carried out an international fundraising of $850 million on January 22, 2026, marked by the inaugural issue of a $500 million sovereign Sukuk. A historic operation, the first of its kind for an African state, which demonstrates the country’s growing attractiveness to international investors and its strategy to diversify financing. Benin announced on […]
Ghana’s Black Stars will head to Europe at the end of March for a prestige international friendly against Austria, before taking on Germany as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana’s Black Stars will travel to Europe in March to play a prestige international friendly against Austria, as part of their […]
The Italian club Napoli has targeted Nigerian international Ademola Lookman for the winter transfer window, but will have to face competition from Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe. According to Daily Post, Ademola Lookman is on Napoli’s shortlist for the winter transfer window. According to information from Fichajes, Napoli’s executives want to finalize the arrival of the Nigerian […]
Very criticized after his outburst during the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Pape Thiaw has finally broken his silence. On social media, the Senegal coach justified his behavior during the clash against Morocco (1-0) and apologized to the football world. Highly anticipated after the tense scenes that marked the final of the […]
Back on the continental scene, the Beninese national team suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of the Atlas Lions (28-52) on Wednesday, in their opening match of the tournament. The wake-up call was brutal for the Handball Cheetahs. For their big return to the Africa Cup of Nations, the Beninese were ruthlessly dominated by […]
The Haute Autorité de l’Audiovisuel et de la Communication (HAAC) has firmly reminded, in a public statement released recently, that only media outlets with a recognized legal existence may benefit from public advertising contracts, institutional communication, or partnerships funded with public funds. According to the media regulator, the legality of a press outlet is assessed […]
Gathered this Wednesday, January 21, 2026, the members of President Patrice Talon’s government have taken several decisions. Below are the main points to note. 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗗𝗨 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗘𝗜𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗦 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗗𝗨 𝟮𝟭 𝗝𝗔𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 MAJOR DECISIONS OF THE COUNCIL OF MINISTERS OF JANUARY 21, 2026 𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 -Approval of the nomenclature of arts and culture […]
