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The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, has made a new strategic appointment within the state communication apparatus. By official decision, journalist Fiacre Vidjingninou is promoted to the position of Director of Communication at the Presidency of the Republic, thus strengthening the media setup of the Marina Palace at the beginning of this seven-year term. […]
Meeting on Sunday, May 26, 2026, in Cotonou for the inauguration of President Romuald Wadagni, the Circle of Elites of Romuald Wadagni (CEROW) expressed its political ambitions and commitment to supporting government action. Among calls for mobilization, advocacy for effective governance, and announcement of a future transformation into a political party, the various speakers outlined […]
The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, has enacted a profound functional reorganization of the executive by structuring government work around three distinct levels of arbitration and consultation. This new managerial method aims to streamline decision-making processes, enhance the technical maturation of files, and grant greater execution autonomy to sectoral ministries in implementing the seven-year […]
Meeting in the inaugural Council of Ministers of the 2026-2033 term, the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, set strict requirements for his government team. He emphasized the need for governance based on sobriety, integrity, and exemplarity. The first Council of Ministers of the new term took place on Thursday, May 28, 2026, under the […]
During the Council of Ministers meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026, the President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, outlined the main objectives of his term. Over the next seven years, the former Minister of Economy and Finance, now President, intends to combat extreme poverty. The Head of State has prioritized the eradication of extreme poverty […]
The Beninese government is changing the schedule of its weekly meetings. Meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026, the Council of Ministers decided that its ordinary sessions will now be held on the first Wednesday of each month. The government of President Romuald Wadagni has decided to modify the frequency of the Council of Ministers’ meetings. […]
The government of President Romuald Wadagni held its first Cabinet meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026. During this conclave, which took place 24 hours after the new ministers took office, the Beninese government decided that Council meetings will now be held on the first Wednesday of each month. This measure aims to establish a regular […]
As the Champions League final approaches between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, Harry Kane highlighted the difficulty of the challenge facing the Gunners. The Bayern Munich striker emphasized the strength of the Parisian club while acknowledging the progress made by Mikel Arteta’s team this season. Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane shared his analysis ahead of the […]
The U.S. Treasury has announced new sanctions targeting an Iranian entity linked to the management of the Persian Gulf Strait. Washington is also expanding these measures to any entity involved in associated payments, amid heightened economic pressure on Tehran. The Treasury Department announced Wednesday a new series of sanctions directed at an Iranian entity involved […]
An operation conducted by the elements of the 11th arrondissement police station in Cotonou led to the dismantling of a ghetto in the Vodjè neighborhood. The intervention took place on Monday, May 25, 2026, in a swampy area of the locality, known to be difficult to access, and resulted in the seizure of psychotropic products […]
A significant reform of monetary law was recently adopted by Beninese lawmakers, strengthening penalties against the refusal to accept banknotes and coins issued by the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). This vote comes in a context where the practice of rejecting worn, crumpled, or smooth currency was disrupting daily exchanges and undermining confidence […]
Two positions of the Beninese Armed Forces were targeted in attacks during the night of May 25 to 26, 2026, in the Kourou Koualou area, at the border with Burkina Faso. According to information from RFI reported by La Nouvelle Tribune, the assaults were launched against units involved in Operation Mirador. The toll reports four […]
In line with its organizational reform, the Cotonou city hall has handed over mission letters to the technical directors, under the supervision of the Executive Secretary. This initiative reflects the willingness of the municipal executive to establish a governance focused on performance, accountability, and achieving concrete results. Through these letters, the municipal authorities aim to […]
The Beninese government made a strong gesture of remembrance and reconciliation by granting nationality certificates to 22 Afro-descendants on May 22, 2026, during a ceremony organized by the Ministry of Justice and Legislation. Presided over by Justice Minister Yvon Détchénou, the ceremony took place in the presence of several authorities, including the Mayor of Ouidah, […]
Barely settled at the head of the Benin, Romuald Wadagni is already facing his first criticisms regarding the structure of his government. The criticisms mainly focus on the coexistence of a Ministry of Communication in charge of Media with a government spokesperson, as well as the abolition of the Ministry of Labor, condemned by the […]
The government of President Romuald Wadagni will hold its very first Council of Ministers this Thursday, May 28, 2026, starting at 9 AM. This highly anticipated meeting is expected to allow the new executive to officially launch its first orientations and clarify the priorities of its term. The President of the Republic, Romuald Wadagni, will […]
The CNPA-Benin and the UPMB welcomed the re-establishment of the Ministry of Communication and Media in the first government of President Romuald Wadagni. In a statement released on May 25, 2026, in Cotonou, the two organizations see this as a recognition of the strategic role of media in national development and democratic life. The umbrella […]
Édouard Dahome has officially taken charge of the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, with forty years of experience in the energy sector, particularly at EDF where he was nicknamed “Mr. Africa“. The new minister inherits two major projects: expanding access to electricity and revitalizing the Sèmè oil field, along with restructuring the mining sector […]
On the occasion of the Tabaski celebration, held this Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the President of the Republic Romuald Wadagni sent his wishes to the Muslim community of Benin. In a message posted on his Facebook page, he expressed hope that this celebration would be “a moment of grace, sharing, and reflection,” reminding everyone of […]
The Central Office for the Suppression of Illicit Drug Trafficking in Niger (OCRTIS) presented to the press on Monday, May 25, 2026, an exceptional seizure of 233 bricks of cocaine, totaling 268.045 kg, intercepted on May 19 in the Zinder region. The market value of the drug is estimated at 16.08 billion FCFA, a national […]
