Patrice Talon

"My mandate (as the President of Benin) will be a mandate of rupture, transition and reforms."

"I must admit that I am not at all pleased with the current state of electoral dynamics. It is damaging to our country’s image. However, this is no reason to call for reform of the party system, let alone the electoral code"

"We want people throughout Benin to feel involved in the actions of a party, in the power of a party. Even if the party does not have a majority everywhere, it should have a sufficient presence everywhere"

"I would like my words to be perceived in their sincerity, in their solemnity"

"I have strengthened the constitution myself to stipulate that no one can serve more than two terms in their life."

"The next president of Benin will be my president, from my country, my family, my community and everything that is dear to me"

"Our defense and security forces continue to be tested, but we have the means to keep these threats at bay"

"We want to provide our youth with skills that meet market demands"

"We have found our path, and it is irreversible"

"Money was not the main attraction for voters"

"Those who govern have the responsibility to eradicate poverty"

"I am not considering impunity, I am not considering turning a blind eye to what happened, or pardoning or giving any amnesty"

"We have the tools to end HIV transmission"