Benin Finance Minister Wadagni holds final rally before weekend presidential election

Benin Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni, the frontrunner in this weekend's presidential election, held his final campaign rally on April 10, 2026, pledging to outperform the current government's record if elected. Wadagni's candidacy represents continuity with the existing administration while signaling potential policy improvements to voters. The election outcome could shape West Africa's largest economy and its approach to governance, inflation, and regional stability. Results are expected within days of the April 12 vote.