Saudi- Polls open in Benin presidential election

(MENAFN- Saudi Press Agency) COTONOU Jumada I 26 1437 Mar 6 2016 SPA -- polls opened in Benin on Sunday in an election to replace President Thomas Boni Yayi who is stepping down after two terms Reuters reported.
33 candidates are vying for power in this small West African nation. A key choice facing voters is who best can create jobs and improve education.

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