Mono

Mono is a department located in Benin, West Africa. It is notable as the region where Romuald Wadagni, a candidate in the upcoming Beninese presidential election on April 12, 2026, hails from. Wadagni, the current Minister of State and considered the successor to outgoing President Patrice Talon, recently campaigned extensively in Mono, including holding a meeting in Lokossa, the department's prefecture. His campaign stop in his home region highlights its importance in securing votes. The election is newsworthy as it marks a transition of power, with Wadagni representing the incumbent party and Paul Hounkpè, former mayor of Bopa, running as a moderate opposition candidate. The focus on Mono underscores the significance of regional support in the presidential race.