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The former minister, Paulin Akponna, issued a statement on Friday, June 27, 2025, to publicly apologize to his predecessor, Samou Seïdou Adambi, the Head of State, Patrice Talon, and the Beninese Nation after comments made during a political event in Parakou caused controversy. In a statement made public on Friday, June 27, 2025, Kingnidé Paulin […]
The Liberal party is gearing up to sign a governance agreement with one of the major groups in the presidential majority. This is what Sèmèvo Mon Désir Amadidje, Deputy General Secretary of the party, hinted at during his appearance on Actu Matin on Canal 3 Benin, this Thursday, June 26. According to the political official’s […]
The Public Market Regulation Authority (ARMP) made a firm decision on June 12, 2025: the immediate suspension of two public procurement officials in the municipality of Tori-Bossito for serious professional misconduct. The measure, contained in decision n°2025-079, follows a complaint lodged by the consortium BELMAG SARL / INNOV ENGINEERING CONSULTING, which was eliminated from several […]
A serious traffic accident involving a truck and several motorcyclists occurred this Friday, June 27, 2025, in the evening, at the IITA intersection, in the commune of Abomey-Calavi. According to the preliminary information from Bip Radio, the truck reportedly overturned while it was in transit. The truck, which was carrying a container, ended its journey […]
In a report covering the period 2021-2024, the Agency for Information Systems and Digital Technology (ASIN) paints a troubling picture of the security of information systems of state institutions and infrastructure operators. Prepared by the Beninese Computer Security Incident Response Team (bjCSIRT), this document records 878 computer vulnerabilities detected over the last three years. A […]
In Benin, the results of the CEP 2025 are already available online on the e-result platform. The Examination and Competition Board officially deliberated the Primary Studies Certificate (CEP) exam on Friday 27th June 2025. The Examination and Competition Board has also published success rates by department, allowing for a more refined assessment of performance at […]
As a guest on the show From You to Us, broadcasted on Peace FM, the mayor of Porto-Novo, Charlemagne Yankoty, gave a detailed commentary on the crisis shaking the Progressive Union the Renewal (UPR), born from the political merger between the Progressive Union and the Democratic Renewal Party (PRD) of Me Adrien Houngbédji. As internal […]
The Examinations and Competitions Directorate officially deliberated the Elementary Certificate Examination (ECE) this Friday, June 27, 2025. According to the figures communicated, the national success rate reached 89.81%. In 2024, the national success rate stood at 89.67% . This year, Benin has recorded progress, although modest. This result reflects the combined efforts of pupils, teachers, […]
On an official visit to Benin since Wednesday, June 25, Takuma Miyaji, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, was received this Thursday by his Beninese counterpart, Shegun Bakari, for a working session dedicated to strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries. This meeting, part of regular diplomatic exchanges between Benin and Japan, allowed both parties to […]
In Benin, the proclamation of the results of the Primary Studies Certificate (CEP) 2025 marks the beginning of the official publication of the school examination results for this session. The big day is set for Friday, June 27, 2025. As every year, candidates and parents are becoming impatient, eager to see the fruits of their […]
An operation carried out by law enforcement in the village of Fita, Kpingni district (Dassa-Zoumè municipality), resulted in the seizure of 34 kilograms of Indian hemp on Thursday, June 26, 2025. The intervention took place on a rural track, known for its isolation and proximity to certain informal transit zones. According to information from the […]
An operation by the Republican police resulted in the arrest of several individuals suspected of being involved in armed robberies in the commune of Kalalé, specifically in the districts of Dérassi, Bouca, and Dunkassa. The incidents occurred midweek, within the premises of the livestock market in Dérassi, a major commercial hub popular in the region. […]
The results of the Primary School Certificate (CEP) 2025 in Benin will be available online for all candidates this Friday, June 27, 2025. The initial deliberations of the national end-of-year exams will be made public this Friday. The CEP, which involves several thousands of students spread across the national territory, is the first exam whose […]
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) has just granted financial support of 30 billion CFA francs to the Republic of Benin for the funding of the second phase of a high school construction and equipment project. The announcement was made at the end of the 146th regular session of its Board of Directors, held on […]
The spokesperson for the Beninese government, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, justified this Friday, June 27, 2025, the dismissal of the Minister of Energy, Paulin Akponna. The latter was relieved of his duties by President Patrice Talon on Thursday, June 26, following his serious accusations of malfeasance that he publicly made against the ministry he heads. “The […]
The High Authority for Audiovisual and Communication (HAAC) is raising its voice. As part of its mission to monitor compliance with media legislation, the regulatory institution issued warnings this Thursday, against eight promoters of sound broadcasting stations, for failure to meet contract obligations. Assembled in a plenary session under the 7th mandate, the HAAC adopted […]
The Beninese government has reacted firmly to comments made by former Minister of Energy, Water, and Mines, Paulin Akponna, during the visit of his spokesperson to Parakou. When asked about the aftermath of this issue, the government spokesperson, Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji, expressed the position of the State leader, Patrice Talon, who believes that accusations this […]
A political shockwave is sweeping through the capital of Benin. Four hundred and five (405) supporters of the Progressive Union for Renewal (UP-R), one of the main presidential majority parties, have collectively resigned, submitting their resignation letters to the local party headquarters in Porto-Novo this Wednesday. This collective action draws attention to a profound malaise […]
A technical adjustment has just been made within the Beninese executive, following a consultation with the office of the National Assembly and in accordance with the constitutional provisions in force. By presidential decree signed this Thursday, the Secretary General of the government, Édouard Ouin-ouro, has formalized the appointment of José Didier Tonato to the position […]
A change of direction is shaping up within the Benin government. The office of the National Assembly is said to have given its green light this Thursday, June 26, 2025, for the replacement of the Minister of Energy, Water, and Mines, Paulin Akponna, according to information reported by Bip Radio. This decision, following a request […]
