Hours after taking his oath of office, President Romuald Wadagni moved quickly to establish his inaugural administration, signing Decree No. 2026-314 on May 24, 2026. This newly formed governmental team comprises an impressive twenty-two ministers and an additional three delegated ministers. Concurrently, Wilson Gakpéto was appointed as the Secretary-General of the Government through a distinct decree. The details of this crucial decree were formally presented by Aristide DJIDJOHO, the Secretary-General of the Presidency.
key appointments in president wadagni’s inaugural cabinet
The esteemed position of Keeper of the Seals, Minister of Justice and Legislation, has been entrusted to Monsieur Yvon Détchénou.
Monsieur Aristide Médenou now leads the Ministry of Economy and Finance, also tasked with crucial cooperation initiatives.
Madame Corinne Amori Brunet assumes the pivotal role of Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Monsieur Djibril Mama cissé Moussa has been appointed Minister Delegate to the President of the Republic, with responsibilities covering Interior and Public Security.
Monsieur Gildas Agonkan serves as Minister Delegate to the President of the Republic, specifically overseeing National Defense.
The Ministry of Tourism and Foreign Trade, encompassing Industry and the promotion of private investment, is now directed by Monsieur Olushegun Adjadi Bakari.
Monsieur Ady Yéton Bloukounon Goubalan takes charge of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries.
The Ministry of Health is under the leadership of Monsieur Benjamin Hounkpatin.
Madame Sedami Medegan Fagla heads the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, which also incorporates Technical Training.
Monsieur Clément Couchadé is the Minister of Secondary Education, while Monsieur Armand Kouyema Nata is appointed Minister of Maternal and Primary Education.
Madame Véronique Tognifodé leads the Ministry of Family and Social Action.
Monsieur Janvier Yahouédéou assumes the portfolio of Minister of Decentralization and Local Governance.
The Ministry of Culture, Arts, and Heritage is now guided by Monsieur Yassine Latoundji.
Madame Shadia Assouma is responsible for the Ministry of Internal Trade, with a particular focus on the formalization of the economy.
Monsieur Mahouna Aklogan has been appointed Minister of Digital Transformation and Innovation, also overseeing the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy.
Monsieur Edouard Dahomey is at the helm of the Ministry of Energy, Water, and Mines.
Monsieur Georges Alley serves as Minister of Living Environment and Transport, with a mandate for Sustainable Development.
Madame Hawaou Bako takes on the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprises and Employment Promotion, including Vocational Training.
Madame Aurélie Adam-Soulé-Epouse Zoumarou is the Minister of Communication, specifically in charge of Media.
Monsieur Benoît Dato has been named Minister of Sports and Civic Engagement.
Monsieur Nicolas Yenoussi is appointed Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, with responsibilities for Finance and Microfinance.
Monsieur Rodrigue Chaou serves as Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, overseeing Budget and Public Service.
Monsieur Hugues-Oscar Lokossou takes the role of Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, focusing on the Mobilization of External Resources and Debt Management.
In a separate executive action, President Romuald Wadagni issued Decree Number 315, formally designating Monsieur Wilson Gakpéto as the Secretary-General of the Government.
