Benin Republic
President Talon’s Allies Secure Total Control of Benin’s Parliament
President Patrice Talon’s ruling alliance has consolidated its grip on power after securing full control of Benin’s National Assembly, according to provisional results...
Nigeria and Benin Reaffirm Regional Unity After Foiled Coup Attempt in Cotonou
Nigeria and the Republic of Benin have renewed their commitment to deeper regional cooperation following last week’s attempted coup in Cotonou, an incident...
Benin Demands Togo Extradite Alleged Coup Leader as Regional Tensions Rise
Benin has called on neighbouring Togo to immediately extradite Colonel Pascal Tigri, the man authorities describe as the leader of a failed coup...
Benin’s President Patrice Talon has thanked army leaders for helping to defeat an attempted military coup in the West African nation. He also vowed that the mutineers would be punished.
On Sunday morning, a group of soldiers calling themselves the Military Committee for Refoundation took over state television and announced that the government...
Nigeria vs Benin: Super Eagles Fight for Survival in Final FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
Nigeria will face Benin in a decisive FIFA World Cup 2026 CAF qualifier that will determine who secures direct qualification from Group C....
US Singer Ciara Granted Benin Citizenship Under New Law for Descendants of Slaves
American R&B star Ciara has officially become one of the first public figures to receive citizenship of Benin through a new initiative offering...
Benin Appoints Filmmaker Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee as Ambassadors to African-Americans in Major Cultural Reconnection Campaign
In a historic and culturally symbolic gesture, the government of Benin has officially appointed legendary American filmmaker Spike Lee and his wife, acclaimed...
Benin Set for Decisive Clash Against Nigeria in AFCON Qualifier
Benin is preparing to face off against Nigeria in a crucial Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification match on Thursday, as both nations...
Benin Secures Return of Historic 17th-Century Royal Stool from Finland
Benin has celebrated the return of a significant cultural artifact, a 17th-century royal stool, marking an important moment in the nation’s ongoing effort...
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