OPINION
A selection of personal views on current affairs, social issues, and major debates. Bold, critical, and well-argued texts offering a unique perspective.
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In Benin, a birthday like no other
On June 20, 2026, Romuald Wadagni reaches the symbolic milestone of fifty years. In itself, the event is a private matter. However, when it involves a recently installed head of state at the top of the Republic, even a birthday… -
World Cup 2026: why Senegalese players were checked on an American tarmac
Images of players from the Senegal national team undergoing security checks on the tarmac of an American airport sparked numerous reactions on social media. Some users presented it as an embarrassment inflicted on the Lions of Teranga upon their arrival… -
“Benin, watch out!”
The festivals and celebrations marking the inauguration of the new President of Benin were beautiful and colorful. The Beninese even indulged in the supreme luxury (which the Ivorians have never experienced) of having at these ceremonies 2 former Presidents of… -
Benin is embarking on a new diplomatic phase with the first trips of Romuald Wadagni.
The new Beninese president, Romuald Wadagni, is about to make his first official trips abroad, a diplomatic sequence that is already raising many questions about the directions of his foreign policy. According to some sources, the Beninese head of state… -
“The history will judge less what Wadagni has managed than what he has dared to build.”
Dans un entretien consacré aux perspectives économiques du Bénin, le professeur Théophile Thomas Azomahou appelle le pays à franchir une nouvelle étape de son développement. Pour l’économiste, les acquis macroéconomiques doivent désormais se traduire en emplois, en souveraineté énergétique, en… -
“Religious Sisters Are Not Priests’ Wives or Bedmates”
Religious Sisters are not ornaments in Habits. We are not commodities for priests to use at will, nor are we mistresses in veils. We are women called by God, consecrated to service, prayer, and the mission of the Church. Yet… -
Benin: 12 proposals from Deputy Kamel Ouassagari in the face of terrorism
Benin, particularly the northern part of the country, is facing repeated attacks from terrorist groups resulting in numerous civilian and military casualties. This worrying situation calls for a profound transformation of national security strategies. To ensure the protection of people… -
“Any legal procedure that violates these rights is an injustice”, Daniel Edah
In the vision of a economically prosperous and socially stable Benin, integrated within a thriving Africa, that guides our political commitment, exemplary justice is ensured for all and would be the government’s duty to guarantee, through all legal means and… -
Is Alassane Ouattara a candidate or not? 3 reasons behind his silence
Four months away from the presidential election in Ivory Coast, the suspense remains intense around Alassane Ouattara’s candidacy. Despite his supporters’ expectations, the Ivorian head of state maintains a strategy of silence, carefully orchestrated, which feeds all speculations. Behind this… -
The International Criminal Court disappoints the Global South with its lack of impartiality
Since its inception in 2002, the International Criminal Court (ICC), established by the Rome Statute, presented itself as an independent and impartial body responsible for prosecuting the authors of the gravest crimes: genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes. But more… -
Anthem of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES): Sahel Benkan (video)
“Anthem of the Confederation of Sahel States (AES): “SAHEL BENKAN” Verse 1 A tribute to the people of the SahelHeir to great empiresBearer of a new eraThat heralds freedom and progressUnder the banner of epic battles. Verse 2 People of… -
Nothing is going well between the UP and the PRD? Read the letter from Adrien Houngbédji to the Minister of the Interior
In connection with our conversation on Saturday, May 31, 2025, Gratien-Laurent AHOUANMENOU, the recipient of your referenced letter which was notified to him on May 26, 2025, kindly forwarded it to me; he was entitled to do so as he…