The Democrats party in Benin has witnessed a surge of political enthusiasm as 34 candidates from diverse backgrounds submitted their applications to contest the party’s presidential duo for the 2026 election.
The application period closed on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 6 p.m., highlighting the party’s internal vitality and determination under the leadership of Thomas Boni Yayi.
The announcement, published by Banouto, reflects the growing momentum within the main opposition party as it prepares for a crucial electoral contest.
Party officials have described the submissions as a sign of the Democrats’ broad appeal and strategic focus on securing a leadership position in Benin’s evolving political landscape.
Among the aspirants are established political figures, emerging leaders, and activists representing a wide spectrum of the party’s base. The full list of candidates is as follows:
1- BIO Sawe Yacoubou
2- ADECHOKAN Gafari
3- ALLASSANE Latifou
4- MAMA Sika Ismael
5- TAMA Jean Nazaire
6- MITOKPE Dossou Guy
7- DEGAN Armel Simon
8- ADJA Eric
9- KINNINAN Lucien
10- HOUNDETE Eric Louis Camille
11- AGON Valentin
12- AGBODJO Renaud
13- AMADOU Moukaila
14- DOSSOU Emmanuel
15- NATABOU Florent
16- AGOSSOU Fresnel Medessé
17- SOGLONOU Mathieu
18- SEKKO Azannas Fidele A.
19- LOKO Achille Pacôme
20- ATCHADE Nourenou
21- KEREKOU Moses
22- DENON WOUEMA Victorin
23- ABOU Elvis
24- EDAH Daniel
25- DE SOUZA Jean Claude
26- FADE Olatoundji Victorin
27- Nouroudine Saka Saley
28- DJIMADJA Welcome Laurent
29- SOUNON Konde Adam Lafia Sika
30- VYAHO Nounagnon Simon Romaric Abdel
31- OUASSANGARI Bio Sika Kamel
32- KOKODE Nadin Ange Tayewo
33- ZINSOU Bodé Smith
34- KITTY Nathanaël
This large pool of candidates underscores the party’s strategic readiness to compete vigorously in the upcoming election.
Analysts note that the variety of profiles reflects both generational diversity and political experience, positioning the Democrats party as a formidable contender in Benin’s 2026 electoral landscape.
The party now faces the challenge of selecting its official presidential duo, a process that will require balancing internal consensus, regional representation, and voter appeal.
The upcoming months are expected to be decisive in shaping the party’s electoral strategy and its role in the national political arena.
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