"Romuald Wadagni, a former Deloitte executive, is backed by the governing coalition and is expected to win the presidential election amid economic and security challenges."
"The poverty rate in Benin exceeds 30 percent, with many citizens feeling that the economic growth of the past decade has not reached them."
"Benin has been significantly affected by armed groups from the Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, which poses a major security threat in the region."
"Wadagni has committed to addressing essential issues such as expanding access to potable water and improving living conditions for the populace."
Benin is conducting a presidential election with Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni expected to win. He faces Paul Hounkpe, an opposition candidate with a low-key campaign. The outgoing president, Patrice Talon, is stepping down after two terms, leaving a mixed legacy of economic growth and opposition suppression. The new president will confront significant challenges, including high poverty rates and security threats from armed groups. Economic growth has not benefited the poor, and improving security is crucial for future stability.
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