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On the eve of a decisive match against Tunisia, the Nigeria head coach, Eric Chelle, praised the Africa Cup of Nations, which he now regards as superior to European competitions, while calling for better structuring of African football. The Nigeria head coach, Éric Chelle, did not hide his enthusiasm for the Africa Cup of Nations, […]
Friday’s fixtures across Africa’s pitches mark the second matchday of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues this Saturday with several fixtures on the schedule, notably the showdown between Benin and Botswana in the early afternoon. Later, Senegal will face DR Congo, while Uganda will play Tanzania. […]
The Council of Ministers met on Friday, December 26, 2025, presided over by Mr. Patrice TALON, President of the Republic, Head of State, and Head of Government. During this government cabinet meeting, several decisions were taken. Below is the full report of this extraordinary cabinet meeting. I- Communications. I-1. Carrying out the studies and works […]
Several senior officers of the Benin Army have been promoted to new ranks during the extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting held on Friday, December 26, 2025. This decision aims to strengthen the military hierarchy and to recognize the commitment of certain officers in the service of national defense. Among the promoted officers are prominent figures […]
The rupture government held this Friday, December 26, an extraordinary cabinet meeting. Below are the major decisions that emerged from this conclave. The major decisions of the Council of Ministers
After eight days in police custody, Natou Pedro Sakombi, the former partner of activist Kemi Séba, was presented this Friday, December 26, 2025, to the Special Prosecutor at the Court for the Repression of Economic Offences and Terrorism. According to her lawyer, Me Cire Clédor Ly, registered with the Dakar Bar, three charges are brought […]
Gernot Rohr held a press conference on Friday on the eve of the match against Botswana in the second day of Group D at CAN 2025. And the Benin coach is counting on the return of Steve Mounié and Junior Olaitan to secure the three points in the victory over the Zebras. On Saturday, Benin […]
in an extraordinary meeting of the Council of Ministers on Thursday, December 26, the government proceeded with a series of appointments and promotions within the public security forces and the national armed forces. These decisions, taking effect on different dates beginning January 2026, reflect the authorities’ intention to reinforce the chain of command and […]
A son and pillar of Montpellier Hérault SC, and former Ivory Coast coach, Jean-Louis Gasset has died this Friday at the age of 72, the MHSC announced on X. French football has just lost one of its most respected figures. Jean-Louis Gasset passed away this Friday at the age of 72, plunging Ligue 1 and […]
On the eve of Christmas celebrations and a few days before the official opening of the election campaigns, the Observatory for Deontology and Ethics in the Media (ODEM) invited, on December 24, 2025, media professionals to a press conference devoted to a central issue which is the journalist’s code of conduct in the context of […]
An extraordinary meeting of the Council of Ministers is taking place this Friday, December 26, 2025 in Cotonou, presided over by the Head of State, Patrice Talon. Convened outside the normal calendar, this session takes place in a particularly sensitive institutional and security context. If the files under review by this extraordinary Council of Ministers […]
Chabi Yayi, secretary for external relations of the Les Démocrates party, is once again expected before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism this Friday, December 26, 2025, according to sources close to the case. This appearance comes one week after his questioning by investigators on Thursday, December 18, when he was […]
Journalist Olivier Allochémé regained his freedom following his trial before the Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET). Detained at Abomey-Calavi Civil Prison since October 16, 2025, the editor-in-chief of the daily L’Événement Précis was released following the decision handed down by the CRIET’s Second Criminal Chamber. Charged with publishing false information […]
The results of the 2025 national Master’s examination have just been published, showing a national pass rate of 63.31%. This performance, made official by the educational authorities, concerns all candidates who took part in this exam held across the entire territory of Benin.According to the figures released, more than six in ten candidates passed their […]
The National Autonomous Electoral Commission (CENA) officially launched, on Thursday, December 25, 2025, the campaign for the legislative and municipal elections planned in Benin on January 11, 2026. The campaign, which began on December 26, 2025 at midnight, will run until January 9, 2026, in accordance with the provisions of Benin’s Electoral Code. Thus, for […]
The Nigerian artist Asake’s concert turned to tragedy on Saturday, December 20, at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya. A crowd crush caused by overcrowding claimed the life of 20-year-old Karen Lojore, reviving concerns about safety at large music events. A deadly crowd surge marked the concert of Nigerian artist Asake on Saturday, December 20, […]
In an interview given to the YouTube channel AwayDays, Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo delivered his verdict in the Messi–Ronaldo showdown, clearly showing his preference for the Argentine star, while praising the Portuguese’s exceptional career. Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo has weighed in on the eternal debate pitting Lionel Messi against Cristiano Ronaldo. In an interview given […]
The Beninese government reaffirmed its commitment to support the families of soldiers who died defending the country’s territorial integrity. To help the widows and orphans of these soldiers get through the holiday season, the Ministry of Defense provided them with food kits comprising sacks of rice, sacks of maize, jerrycans of oil, and pasta… At […]
With a goal by Edmond Tapsoba in stoppage time, Burkina Faso took the upper hand over Equatorial Guinea (2-1) on Wednesday in the opening match of Group E at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Burkina Faso ultimately did not fall into Equatorial Guinea’s trap. The Stallions defeated Nzalang Nacional this Wednesday, as part of […]
Beaten narrowly by DR Congo (1-0) in their CAN 2025 opening match, the Benin Cheetahs delivered an encouraging performance. In the post-match press conference, Benin coach Gernot Rohr praised the display, while also pointing out sporting and organizational regrets. Despite the opening defeat against the Leopards of DR Congo, Gernot Rohr did not want to […]
Le centre communautaire Eya de Cotonou a abrité ce mardi la diffusion sur grand écran du match Bénin vs RDC (0-1), comptant pour la première journée des phases de poule de la CAN 2025. Une initiative de Canal+ dans le cadre du lancementt de la “CAN avec les Guépards”. Supporters, amoureux du cuir rond, acteurs […]
The deputy Soumaïla Sounon Boké, elected from the Les Démocrates party, has been remanded in custody on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, following his appearance before the special prosecutor of the Court for Repression of Economic and Terrorist Offences (CRIET). According to his lawyer, Me Aboubacar Baparapé, contacted by BIP Radio, the parliamentarian is charged with […]
Fourteen days after the coup attempt thwarted on December 7, 2025, the Chief of the General Staff of the Beninese Armed Forces, Major General Fructueux Gbaguidi, shared his impressions with Bip Radio colleagues. Absent from the national territory at the time of the events, the head of the army says he nonetheless coordinated the strategic […]
Before the MPs, this Tuesday, December 23, at the National Assembly, the President of the Republic, Patrice Talon, dedicated a key portion of his final address on the state of the nation to the question of Benin’s democratic model. A direct response to criticisms accusing his regime of having weakened the country’s democratic gains. The […]
