In a decisive move to advance national development, President Romuald Wadagni has unveiled his inaugural cabinet, comprising 24 ministers including delegates. This milestone follows his recent election victory and swearing-in ceremony held at the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou.

The newly formed government reflects a blend of continuity and renewal, with seven former ministers from President Patrice Talon’s administration retaining their roles—albeit with some portfolio adjustments. Three ministers have been designated as delegates specifically attached to the Ministry of Economy and Finance, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to economic governance.

President Wadagni has publicly pledged to uphold and expand the development initiatives pioneered by his predecessor, signaling a commitment to sustainable progress and institutional stability.

Key appointments in Benin’s new government

• Minister of Justice and Legislation: Yvon Détchénou
• Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of cooperation: Aristide Médénou
• Minister of Foreign Affairs: Corinne Amori Brunet
• Minister Delegate to the President, in charge of Interior and Public Security: Djibril Mama Cissé Moussa
• Minister Delegate to the President, in charge of National Defense: Gildas Agonkan
• Minister of Tourism and Foreign Trade, in charge of Industry and Private Investment Promotion: Olushegoun Adjabi Bakari
• Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries: Adi Yéton Bloukouon Goubalan
• Minister of Health: Benjamin Ignace Hounkpatin
• Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in charge of Technical Training: Sédami Mèdégan Fagla
• Minister of Secondary Education: Clément Kouchadé
• Minister of Early Childhood and Primary Education: Armand Kouyéma Nata
• Minister of Family and Social Action: Véronique Tognifodé
• Minister of Decentralization and Local Governance: Janvier Yaouédéou
• Minister of Culture, Arts, and Heritage: Yassin Latoundji
• Minister of Domestic Trade, in charge of Formalizing the Economy: Sadia Alimatou Assouma
• Minister of Digital Transformation and Innovation, in charge of the National AI Strategy: Mahuna Akplogan
• Minister of Energy, Water, and Mines: Édouard Daoumé
• Minister of Environment and Sustainable Transport: Georges Allé
• Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, in charge of Vocational Training: Awawou Baco
• Minister of Communication and Media: Aurélie Adam Soulé épouse Zoumarou
• Minister of Sports and Civic Engagement: Benoît Dato
• Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Finance and Microfinance: Nicolas Yênoussi
• Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Budget and Public Service: Rodrique Chaou
• Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, in charge of Resource Mobilization and Debt Management: Hugues Oscar Lokossou

This structured leadership team underscores President Wadagni’s strategy to consolidate economic resilience, deepen social inclusion, and enhance governance across Benin’s key sectors.