Provisional results from Benin's April 12 presidential election show Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni securing a landslide victory with over 94% of votes, as declared by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission, driving trader consensus to imply near-certainty on his presidency. The ruling coalition's parliamentary dominance excluded major opposition parties, leaving Paul Hounkpè as the sole challenger, who promptly conceded defeat, further solidifying Wadagni's position as President Patrice Talon's designated successor amid sustained economic growth under his prior reforms. While official certification and inauguration remain pending, scenarios like successful legal challenges or irregularities disputes could theoretically shift outcomes, though none have emerged amid broad acceptance.
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Next President of Benin
$29,903 Vol.
$29,903 Vol.
Apr 12, 2026
Romuald Wadagni
98%
Paul Hounkpè
<1%
$29,903 Vol.
$29,903 Vol.
Apr 12, 2026
Romuald Wadagni
$20,544 Vol.
98%
Paul Hounkpè
$9,359 Vol.
<1%
Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in Benin on 12 April 2026, with a potential runoff to be held within 15 days if no candidate secures an absolute majority.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.Provisional results from Benin's April 12 presidential election show Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni securing a landslide victory with over 94% of votes, as declared by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission, driving trader consensus to imply near-certainty on his presidency. The ruling coalition's parliamentary dominance excluded major opposition parties, leaving Paul Hounkpè as the sole challenger, who promptly conceded defeat, further solidifying Wadagni's position as President Patrice Talon's designated successor amid sustained economic growth under his prior reforms. While official certification and inauguration remain pending, scenarios like successful legal challenges or irregularities disputes could theoretically shift outcomes, though none have emerged amid broad acceptance.
Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in Benin on 12 April 2026, with a potential runoff to be held within 15 days if no candidate secures an absolute majority.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Market Opened: Mar 19, 2026, 7:17 PM ET
Volume
$29,903End Date
Apr 12, 2026Market Opened
Mar 19, 2026, 7:17 PM ETResolver
0x69c47De9D...Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in Benin on 12 April 2026, with a potential runoff to be held within 15 days if no candidate secures an absolute majority.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.Provisional results from Benin's April 12 presidential election show Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni securing a landslide victory with over 94% of votes, as declared by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission, driving trader consensus to imply near-certainty on his presidency. The ruling coalition's parliamentary dominance excluded major opposition parties, leaving Paul Hounkpè as the sole challenger, who promptly conceded defeat, further solidifying Wadagni's position as President Patrice Talon's designated successor amid sustained economic growth under his prior reforms. While official certification and inauguration remain pending, scenarios like successful legal challenges or irregularities disputes could theoretically shift outcomes, though none have emerged amid broad acceptance.
Presidential elections are scheduled to be held in Benin on 12 April 2026, with a potential runoff to be held within 15 days if no candidate secures an absolute majority.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
This market will resolve to the individual who is formally declared elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election.
To count for resolution, the individual must be formally elected as President of Benin following the 2026 presidential election. Any acting, interim, or caretaker President will not count toward the resolution of this market.
If no such President is elected by March 31, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”.
The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the government of Benin and the relevant electoral authorities of Benin, including the Autonomous National Electoral Commission (https://www.cena.bj/); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
Volume
$29,903End Date
Apr 12, 2026Market Opened
Mar 19, 2026, 7:17 PM ETResolver
0x69c47De9D...Provisional results from Benin's April 12 presidential election show Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni securing a landslide victory with over 94% of votes, as declared by the National Autonomous Electoral Commission, driving trader consensus to imply near-certainty on his presidency. The ruling coalition's parliamentary dominance excluded major opposition parties, leaving Paul Hounkpè as the sole challenger, who promptly conceded defeat, further solidifying Wadagni's position as President Patrice Talon's designated successor amid sustained economic growth under his prior reforms. While official certification and inauguration remain pending, scenarios like successful legal challenges or irregularities disputes could theoretically shift outcomes, though none have emerged amid broad acceptance.
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