Benin votes in key parliamentary, local polls a month after thwarted coup

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesJanuary 11, 2026 at 01:04 PM

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Benin held parliamentary and local elections on January 11, 2026, following a thwarted coup attempt in December. Voters chose representatives for the National Assembly and local offices. President Patrice Talon's coalition aimed to increase its majority in parliament, while the main opposition Democrats party only contested the parliamentary races and were barred from the local polls. Electoral laws requiring broad support for parliamentary candidacy could further disadvantage the opposition. The elections proceeded peacefully with security measures in place to ensure a free and transparent vote.

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Sacca Lafia 40% Nigeria 40% Cotonou 50% National Assembly 60% 2026 Benin coup attempt ×270% Democrats ×270% Patrice Talon ×280% Benin 90%

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