Benin's Parliament Approves Constitutional Reforms

Benins parliament approves constitutional reforms, extending presidential and parliamentary terms to seven years. A new Senate, composed of former heads of state and appointed members, will be established to review laws. The changes, if approved, will take effect after the upcoming April presidential election, with President Patrice Talons close ally, Romuald Wadagni, favored to succeed him. The main opposition party, The Democrats, has raised concerns about the Senates potential influence and the irregularities in the recent vote. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.