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Romuald Wadagni appointed twelve ministerial advisers to the Presidency of the Republic by decree signed on June 5, 2026. While this new list signifies a desire for institutional continuity, it also raises questions about the true role of these figures, their relationship with full ministers, and the political cost of a structure placed directly under […]
The President of the Republic has taken another key step in structuring the state apparatus. By Decree No. 2026-358 of June 5, 2026, the head of the executive has officially appointed ten individuals to the positions of ministerial advisors at the Presidency of the Republic. This decision is based in particular on the presidential decrees […]
The Wadagni government clarified the implementation mode for two major social measures adopted during the Council of Ministers on June 3. Vital emergencies will now be addressed without prior payment in public hospitals, while tuition fees will be waived for all girls in public secondary education across the territory starting from the 2026-2027 school year. […]
Wilfried Léandre Houngbédji delivered the official framing of Romuald Wadagni’s first diplomatic tour in the sub-region. The government spokesman confirmed five countries visited in one week and presented these trips as a means of peer presentation aimed at opening a new dynamic with Benin’s neighbors, particularly the countries of the AES. The government spokesperson, Wilfried […]
Ten days after taking office, Romuald Wadagni is already making a clear break with the presidential communication in Benin. By announcing himself on Facebook a key measure from his first Cabinet meeting, the head of state turns the page on the very structured communication of the Talon era and establishes a style that is more […]
The Government of the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, is inviting media professionals this Friday, June 5, 2026, starting at 12 PM, for an official press conference scheduled at the Yellow River room of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This meeting will be led by the minister and spokesperson for the Government, Wilfried Léandre […]
The transfer of duties between outgoing and incoming prefects will take place on June 5 and 8 in eight departments of Benin, following instructions from the Minister of Decentralization, Janvier Yahouédéou. These ceremonies follow the appointments made by the Council of Ministers and mark the official installation of the new holders in the relevant prefectures. […]
Journalist, teacher, former advisor at the HAAC and Commander of the National Order of Benin, Comlan Franck Symplice Kpochémè has an impressive background built between print media, media law, institutional communication, electoral missions, and associative engagement. Commander of the National Order of Benin, Comlan Franck Symplice Kpochémè is one of those figures whose career encompasses […]
Launched in 20018, the relocation project from Dantokpa to Tokpa Yôyô now seems to reveal a major design flaw. According to the Director General of Anagem, 1,400 slots were planned while nearly 4,000 vendors are active in the relevant sectors. Between forgotten sub-tenants, successive delays, economic resistance, and spiritual attachment to the historic site, the […]
Evictions in Vridi 3, KDS trial for a presumed fraud case of over 10 billion FCFA, ongoing waste crisis in Abidjan: three sensitive issues dominate Ivorian news. Amid social urgency, economic justice, and public hygiene, Ivorian authorities are facing increasing pressure. Three key reports mark the Ivorian press this Thursday, June 4. The autonomous District […]
Appointed prefect of the Atlantic in the Council of Ministers on June 3, 2026, Raphaël Akotègnon makes a notable return to territorial administration after serving as Minister of Decentralization under Patrice Talon. This appointment raises questions but aligns with a certain logic considering his background. At first glance, the transition from minister to prefect may […]
Starting from the 2026-2027 agricultural campaign, cotton, soy, rice, and cashew producers will benefit from specific subsidies in the form of production bonuses. This measure, adopted in the Council of Ministers, aims to improve farmers’ incomes, support local processing, and strengthen the competitiveness of the agricultural sectors in Benin. The Beninese government is implementing new […]
Ten days after his inauguration, Romuald Wadagni is already setting his pace at the helm of Benin. Government formed in twenty-four hours, accelerated diplomatic tour in the sub-region, health promise materialized with one billion FCFA for vital emergencies; the new head of state is looking to establish a presidency of action, visible and direct. Ten […]
The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, made several appointments of mission officers within the Presidency of the Republic during the Cabinet meeting held this Wednesday. Thus, by decision taken in the Cabinet, Jacques Ayadji has been appointed as the President of the Republic’s mission officer for Political Affairs. His role will be to support […]
The Beninese government has appointed new prefects to head several strategic departments of the country. These appointments are part of the ongoing reform of territorial administration and aim to strengthen local governance.In the Zou department, Laurent ZOMAI has been appointed as prefect. He will be responsible for coordinating the state’s actions in one of the […]
The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, announced on Wednesday at the Council of Ministers the appointment of Colonel Raouf Malèhossou as the Director General of Customs. Colonel Raouf Malèhossou is the new Director General of Customs of Benin. His appointment was made on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, during the Council of Ministers under the […]
Ousmane Sonko shared his version of his dismissal and accused Bassirou Diomaye Faye of attempting to form a government without considering Pastef, which is largely in the majority in the National Assembly. While acknowledging his party’s non-participation in Lô’s government, he rules out an immediate vote of no confidence and calls for political dialogue in […]
The former Beninese president Nicéphore Dieudonné Soglo expressed his satisfaction following the initial diplomatic steps taken by president Romuald Wadagni since his inauguration. For the first head of state of the democratic renewal era in Benin, the new president made a relevant strategic choice by prioritizing neighboring relations. Romuald Wadagni visited Nigeria on Monday, June […]
Ousmane Sonko has intensified his tone against the new Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. During a press conference, the leader of Pastef accused the government of trying to destabilize his party, while stating that he would not censor the government, despite its overwhelming majority in the National Assembly. Ousmane […]
Ousmane Sonko described the Senegalese political situation as “cohabitation” on Tuesday after the formation of Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo’s government without Pastef. While calling for dialogue with Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the president of the National Assembly assured that his party would not censure the executive, despite its overwhelming majority in Parliament. Ousmane Sonko, president of […]
