LEGISLATIVE ELECTIONS IN BENIN: WACSOF COMMENDS AND ENCOURAGES THE AUTHORITIES TO CONTINUE THEIR EFFORTS FOR PEACEFUL INCLUSIVE ELECTIONS

ABUJA JANUARY 08^TH 2023

WACSOF closely followed the progress of the legislative elections of January 8, 2023 in BENIN. Like several observers, WACSOF noted with optimism, compared to previous legislative elections, a better openness for the participation of a diversity of political parties and encourages the authorities to continue efforts towards the opening of the democratic.

WACSOF encourages all stakeholders to maintain a peaceful climate during the post-election period. WACSOF encourages the AUTONOMOUS NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (CENA) and the CONSTITUTIONAL COURT to announce the results within a reasonable timeframe, within the framework prescribed by the Constitution.

WACSOF expresses its availability to collaborate with the authorities in educating and sensitizing citizens for a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in the democratic game and the provisions of tools such as the ECOWAS protocol on democracy and good governance.

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