Polls close in Benin with finance minister expected to win election
Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms.
Polls close in Benin with finance minister expected to win election
Former President Patrice Talon has stepped down after two five-year terms. Grouped from 2 articles across 2 sources.
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Benin election: Finance minister Wadagni expected to win
Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the favourite to win after being endorsed by outgoing president Patrice Talon. Wadagni's only rival, Paul Hounkpe, has a much lower profile.
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