Tinubu Meets Benin’s New President, Romuald Wadagni, in Lagos

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

President Bola Tinubu welcomed the new President of the Benin Republic, Romuald Wadagni, at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday.

Wadagni arrived at the Lagos residence in the afternoon, accompanied by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu, who had earlier received the visiting President at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja.

Tinubu and his guest then met behind closed doors for approximately thirty minutes.

Following his victory in the April 12, 2026 presidential election, Wadagni was inaugurated on May 24, 2026, succeeding President Patrice Talon. The Benin President had delegated Vice President Kashim Shettima to represent him at the inauguration last weekend.

The Benin Republic is Nigeria’s western neighbour and remains an ally in regional cooperation.