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Thanks to the exemplary vigilance of the Regional Fraud Prevention Service Atacora-Donga, led by First Class Inspector Parfait Laurent Mekoun, a particularly dangerous shipment of explosives was stopped on the Sonahoulou-Djougou axis. The interception made at the Anoum checkpoint allowed for the confiscation of 3,295 sticks of explosives, packed in 10 bags for a total […]
The steering committee of the military parade outlined the main points of the celebration for the 66th anniversary of Benin’s independence this Tuesday, July 28, during a press conference held at the general staff of the Beninese armed forces. Under the theme “The Defense and Security Forces, together with the people, marching towards prosperity,” this […]
As part of strengthening defense capabilities and securing maritime spaces, the European Union officially handed over an interceptor to the Benin Navy on Friday, July 24. The official handover ceremony took place at the naval base in Cotonou in the presence of several Beninese military officials and institutional partners. Funded through the European Peace Facility, […]
Several Togolese political and civic organizations are calling on the authorities to clarify the alleged presence of foreign military and paramilitary personnel in the country. They are particularly questioning their numbers, missions, place in the chain of command, and their possible participation in operations conducted in northern Togo. The alleged presence of foreign military forces […]
The Republican Police continues its hunt against crime hotspots in the Donga department. A large-scale joint operation, carried out on Friday, July 17, 2026, successfully eradicated three ghettos for the consumption and trafficking of banned products in the commune of Djougou. The intervention was directly coordinated by the Central Commissioner of Djougou. It mobilized officers […]
The Republican Police has intensified its public health efforts in the Atacora department. On July 17 and 18, 2026, law enforcement conducted a series of targeted operations in Péhunco, leading to the seizure of 296 kg of smuggled pharmaceutical products as well as numerous prohibited items. These interventions are part of a rigorous approach aimed […]
A team from the Godomey district police station carried out a major operation on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. This intervention led to the dismantling of two ghettos, the arrest of fifty-two suspects, and the seizure of several illegal products. The law enforcement agencies targeted two areas known for harboring illegal activities in the commune of […]
Confronted with the terrorist hydra threatening the stability of the sub-region, the Beninese Armed Forces and the Burkinabè army are stepping up their efforts. Since Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the two armies have launched a large-scale joint military operation in Koualou, a highly strategic border locality located in the north, at the edge of the […]
The Cana barracks served as the setting for the solemn flag presentation ceremony of the officer-cadets of the 19th promotion of the National School of Officers (ENO). Presided over by the Chief of General Staff, Army General Fructueux Gbaguidi, this event marks a decisive turning point in the journey of these young men and women, […]
The Republican Police is maintaining pressure against urban crime. Law enforcement conducted two major security operations on July 8 and 9, 2026, respectively in Sakété and Porto-Novo. These coordinated interventions were successful, leading to the arrest of three suspected criminals, the recovery of a stolen motorcycle, and the seizure of a significant quantity of items […]
Through a broadcasted radio and television statement released this Friday, July 10, 2026, the minister delegated to the president of the Republic, in charge of the Interior and Public Security, firmly reminded road users of the strict obligation to drive on the right. Despite the existing laws, the ministerial authority laments the uncivil behavior of […]
The international criminal police organization, Interpol, unveiled on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the results of a large-scale global offensive against financial crime and online fraud. Named First Light 2026, this extensive operation took place from January 15 to April 30, 2026, specifically targeting social engineering scam networks and the money laundering activities associated with them. […]
At least 28 people were killed in a rebel attack on the town of Am-Dafock in northeastern Central African Republic, according to local sources. While the government claims to have regained control of the town, reports indicate ongoing incursions from the Sudanese border in an area where MINUSCA has also come under attack. A coalition […]
Nigeria aims to strengthen its military cooperation with Benin and Niger in response to the expansion of terrorist groups in the sub-region. The announcement was made by the Nigerian Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, as authorities in Abuja express concern over the advance of armed fighters toward the northwest of the country. According […]
The elements of the 13th arrondissement police station in Cotonou carried out a successful operation on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in the Godomey Magasin neighborhood. This targeted raid by law enforcement resulted in the complete dismantling of a business specializing in the illegal sale of prohibited products. According to data gathered by the police, the […]
The Republican Police dealt a heavy blow to urban crime networks this week in Cotonou, carrying out a large-scale operation in the Vodjè neighborhood. This targeted intervention led to the complete dismantling of a notorious ghetto that housed a network trafficking cannabis, which had been operating discreetly until now. According to initial investigation findings, this […]
The Burkinabè army claims to have neutralized over 400 attackers following coordinated assaults on military positions in Gayéri, Solhan, and Sebba. This assessment comes amid a backdrop of heightened security and diplomatic tension, following the rupture of relations between Ouagadougou and Paris. The General Staff of the Armed Forces (EMGA) of Burkina Faso announced on […]
After 43 years of service, Air Force General Bertin Bada has officially left the ranks of the Benin army. A solemn ceremony took place this Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Cotonou Air Base to mark this event.Military honors, a salute to the flag, and a review of the troops punctuated the farewell of the […]
Invited as an expert to the annual session of the World Customs Organization (WCO), Special Prosecutor Mario Mètonou represented Benin in Brussels on Friday, June 26, 2026, during a high-level panel dedicated to combating drug trafficking. A notable participation that showcases Benin’s expertise in judicial cooperation and the fight against organized crime.In front of the […]
As part of its ongoing fight against urban insecurity, the Republican Police launched a large-scale operation on Monday, June 29, 2026, near the lakeside shore, located east of the Mahulé market in the 7th arrondissement of Cotonou. This crackdown, orchestrated by officers from the local police station, resulted in the dismantling of an illicit trafficking […]
