President Romuald Wadagni has officially announced the composition of his new government for Bénin, featuring a total of 24 ministers, including several delegated positions.

Following his victory in the presidential election on April 12, 2026, Romuald Wadagni took the oath of office on Sunday, May 24, during a solemn ceremony held at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou. On the very evening of his inauguration, the newly installed president moved swiftly to constitute his first cabinet, setting the stage for his administration.

This Bénin new government is composed of 24 individuals, with three of them serving as delegated ministers under the Minister of Economy and Finance. Notably, seven ministers from the previous administration led by Patrice Talon have been reappointed, though some will assume different ministerial portfolios within this fresh lineup.

President Romuald Wadagni has publicly committed to maintaining and advancing the robust development trajectory established by his predecessor, Patrice Talon, ensuring continuity in the nation’s progress.

Key Appointments in Bénin’s New Government

* Minister of Justice and Legislation, Keeper of the Seals: Mr. Yvon Détchénou.

* Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Cooperation: Mr. Aristide Médénou.

* Minister of Foreign Affairs: Ms. Corinne Amori Brunet.

* Minister Delegate to the President of the Republic, in charge of Interior and Public Security: Mr. Djibril Mama Cissé Moussa.

* Minister Delegate to the President of the Republic, in charge of National Defense: Mr. Gildas Agonkan.

* Minister of Tourism and Foreign Trade, overseeing Industry and Private Investment Promotion: Mr. Olushegoun Adjabi Bakari.

* Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries: Mr. Adi Yéton Bloukouon Goubalan.

* Minister of Health: Mr. Benjamin Ignace Hounkpatin.

* Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in charge of Technical Training: Ms. Sédami Mèdégan Fagla.

* Minister of Secondary Education: Mr. Clément Kouchadé.

* Minister of Nursery and Primary Education: Mr. Armand Kouyéma Nata.

* Minister of Family and Social Action: Ms. Véronique Tognifodé.

* Minister of Decentralization and Local Governance: Mr. Janvier Yaouédéou.

* Minister of Culture, Arts, and Heritage: Mr. Yassin Latoundji.

* Minister of Internal Trade, in charge of Economic Formalization: Ms. Sadia Alimatou Assouma.

* Minister of Digital Transformation and Innovation, in charge of National Artificial Intelligence Strategy: Mr. Mahuna Akplogan.

* Minister of Energy, Water, and Mines: Mr. Édouard Daoumé.

* Minister of Living Environment and Transport, in charge of Sustainable Development: Mr. Georges Allé.

* Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, in charge of Vocational Training: Ms. Awawou Baco.

* Minister of Communication, in charge of Media: Ms. Aurélie Adam Soulé épouse Zoumarou.

* Minister of Sports and Civic Engagement: Mr. Benoît Dato.

* Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Finance and Microfinance: Mr. Nicolas Yênoussi.

* Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Budget and Public Service: Mr. Rodrique Chaou.

* Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of External Resources Mobilization and Debt Management: Mr. Hugues Oscar Lokossou.