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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 […]
Sentenced on June 2, 2025, to two years in prison and fined two million CFA francs, Beninese cyber-activist Steve Amoussou might be facing legal proceedings again. The Court for the Repression of Economic Offenses and Terrorism (CRIET), which passed this sentence, now sees the file reopened due to an appeal lodged by both parties. According […]
The Court for the Suppression of Economic Crimes and Terrorism (Criet) has requested a sentence of seven years’ imprisonment against a former contract worker of the Post of Benin, charged with abuse of office. The hearing, which was recently held before the special jurisdiction, allowed the examination of the allegations against the ex-employee, pursued in […]
A noticeable departure within the Movement of Committed Elites for the Emancipation of Benin (MOELE-Benin). Ulrich K.M. Dehou, until now the deputy director of protocol and national coordinator for employment and entrepreneurship, has officially left the party. In a letter dated 23rd June 2025 and registered at the party’s headquarters the following day, he submitted […]
The Court of First Instance in Cotonou opened a hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, concerning the disappearance of ten million CFA francs during a money transport operation to a bank based in Abomey-Calavi. Four agents from a company specializing in secure money transport are being prosecuted in this case, which still has unclear aspects. […]
A chilling yet miraculous scene unfolded in Adohounsa, a village in the commune of Zè, in the Atlantic Department. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, a baby was found alive at the bottom of a toilet, nearly 10 meters underground. The child, a little girl, had been abandoned under atrocious conditions. According to information reported by […]
The president of the “Talon Continue” Dynamic and active member of the Republican Bloc, Bertin Koovi, held a public press conference on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Cotonou. It was an opportunity for him to discuss several current topics, but especially to candidly mention his presidential intentions in the event of Patrice Talon leaving in […]
After the written exams of the Junior High School Certificate (BEPC), which took place from June 10 to 12, 2025 across the entire national territory, it is now time for the correction of the papers. On Wednesday, June 25, the Minister of Secondary Education, Véronique Tognifodé, went to CEG Sainte Rita in Cotonou, an examination […]
Nadine Okoumassoun, a political activist and member of the Democratic party, sent a letter to President Patrice Talon on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, asking him to initiate national discussions aimed at restoring peace and guaranteeing inclusive elections in 2026. In an open letter made public, Nadine Okoumassoun, a well-known political activist for her firm opposition […]
The Beninese government has made a decision regarding coastal development. By presidential decree dated April 16, 2026, the state strictly prohibits any construction with precarious materials on the coast extending from “Marie Stella Residences” in Cotonou to the “Gate of No Return” in Ouidah. This measure specifically concerns dwellings or businesses built from coconut branches, […]
The Supreme Court of Benin is bolstering its staff. Three new members officially took office on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, within the highest administrative jurisdiction. These are Cosme Ahoyo and Éric Déwèdi, appointed as counselors, as well as Bernardin Hounyovi, installed in the role of Attorney General. The three high magistrates had been appointed during […]
The circumstances surrounding the death of Sonia Agbantou, a life coach, presenter, and rising figure in Benin’s digital media, has now been revealed. The autopsy results, made public on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, confirm that the former presenter died of natural causes in Dijon, France, on the morning of Monday, June 23. The announcement was […]
Salomon Odjo, former Deputy Director of Infosec. and Administrative Secretary of the Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE) party, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, following a short illness. A hard blow for the Force Cauris for an Emerging Benin (FCBE) party. The party’s Administrative Secretary, Salomon Odjo, passed away on Wednesday, June […]
In Benin, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, emergency services recorded 26 accidents across the entire national territory. This is a worrying increase from the previous day, leading to fears of a worsening road phenomenon in the country. Benin’s roads continue to claim victims. On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 26 traffic accident cases were recorded across […]
In a horrifying find, the residents of the Djrado district in Porto-Novo were shaken on the evening of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The lifeless body of an infant was discovered around 11 pm, abandoned in a waste bin near the local public primary school. According to initial findings, the baby was already dead when found. […]
