In 1972, a Marxist government took power in this country, but it became a republic in 1990, with Nicephore Soglo elected president. Bordered by Nigeria, Niger, Burkino Faso, a
In 1972, a Marxist government took power in this country, but it became a republic in 1990, with Nicephore Soglo elected president. Bordered by Nigeria, Niger, Burkino Faso, and Togo, most of its cities lie along the OuŽmŽ (ooh-ay- may) river. FTP, n  ame this nation, whose chief ethnic group is the Fon, and whose capitals are Cotonou and Porto-Novo.
In 1972, a Marxist government took power in this country, but it became a republic in 1990, with Nicephore Soglo elected president.
Benin