Summary
Benin held a presidential election with Romuald Wadagni, a former Finance Minister, as the favored candidate. Challenges for the new president include addressing security issues and economic disparities. Provisional election results are expected on Tuesday.
Key Facts
- Benin's presidential election took place with voting from 7 am to 4 pm local time.
- Over 7.9 million people were registered to vote, including 62,000 abroad.
- Romuald Wadagni is expected to win, supported by the main ruling coalition parties.
- Opposition candidate Paul Hounkpe has criticized the limited political space for opposition.
- Outgoing President Patrice Talon cannot run again due to term limits.
- The election follows a failed coup attempt last December.
- Key issues include economic inequality and security threats from armed groups in the region.
- Voter turnout appears to be low, partly due to controversies over candidate accreditation.
