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Fon, is the most dominant ethnic group in Benin, it is however made up of many more, 9 more to be exact. The country is currently being run by Yayi Boni, it is a Multi-party presidential republic government. 1960, 1st August is when Benin gained their independence and today their GDP per Capita is estimated at $1,481.
BENIN
Capital: Porto Novo
Currency: West African CFA franc
Official Language: French
Population: 8,439,000
Born: July 1, 1952 (age 60), Tchaourou
Spouse: Chantal Boni
Presidential term: April 6, 2006 –
Education: Paris Dauphine University, Cheikh Anta Diop University, National University of Benin, University of Orléans
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