Bénin: la présidentielle du 12 avril suscite l'espoir d'un renouveau dans les relations avec le Niger
Bénin is holding presidential elections on April 12th, 2026, with Romuald Wadagni and Paul Hounkpè as the main candidates. The election raises hopes for improved relations between Bénin and Niger, which have been strained since the coup in Niger in July 2023.

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AI-generatedBénin is holding presidential elections on April 12th, 2026, with Romuald Wadagni and Paul Hounkpè as the main candidates. The election raises hopes for improved relations between Bénin and Niger, which have been strained since the coup in Niger in July 2023. The border between the two countries remains closed, causing difficulties for travelers and increased costs. Many, including Nigeriens living in Bénin, are eager for the new president to negotiate a resolution and reopen the border. The population hopes for normalized relations and easier travel between Cotonou and Niamey.
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5 extractedBenin's presidential election is scheduled for April 12.
"We must talk to each other, we have no choice."
The border between Benin and Niger remains closed three years after the coup in Niamey.
Relations between Benin and Niger have been strained since the coup in Niger in July 2023.
Traveling by bus between Cotonou and Niamey is more complicated and expensive due to the border closure.