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Benin's Presidential Candidate Promises Local Police to Combat Violence

3/23/2026

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Romuald Wadagni, the ruling party candidate for Benin's presidential election, presented his platform March 21, 2026, in Cotonou.
He pledged to establish municipal police forces in northern border towns to counter jihadist violence.
He said regional collaboration with neighboring countries is needed against Sahel insurgents.
He aims to empower local youth to defend their communities.
Recent attacks have resulted in military casualties.

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Romuald Wadagni, the ruling party candidate for Benin's presidential election, presented his platform March 21, 2026, in Cotonou.
He pledged to establish municipal police forces in northern border towns to counter jihadist violence.
He said regional collaboration with neighboring countries is needed against Sahel insurgents.
He aims to empower local youth to defend their communities.
Recent attacks have resulted in military casualties.