Nana Akufo-Addo to Lead ECOWAS Mission for Benin’s Presidential Election

Ghana’s former president Nana Akufo-Addo has been appointed to lead the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Electoral Observation Mission for Benin’s upcoming presidential election, scheduled for April 12. The vote will determine the successor to incumbent Patrice Talon, who is constitutionally barred from seeking a third term. Analysts…

Military Personnel Announce Attempted Coup in Benin as Government Assures Nation of Stability

Benin faced a moment of political tension on Sunday after a group of military personnel claimed to have removed President Patrice Talon from office. The announcement broadcast briefly on state television sent shockwaves through the country before officials close to the presidency assured the public that the situation was under…