Provisional results from Benin’s parliamentary elections show President Patrice Talon’s ruling alliance winning all 109 seats in the National Assembly, leaving opposition parties without any representation.
The outcome marks a sweeping victory for the governing coalition and a major blow to opposition groups, who had already raised concerns about the electoral environment ahead of the vote.
Supporters of the government say the result reflects public confidence in President Talon’s leadership and reform agenda. Critics, however, warn that the absence of opposition voices in parliament could weaken democratic oversight.
Benin has come under increasing scrutiny in recent years over changes to its electoral framework, which opposition parties argue have restricted political competition.
Electoral authorities are expected to confirm the final results in the days ahead.
–ChannelAfrica–
