Yvon Détchénou
Yvon Détchénou is a prominent Beninese politician and the current Minister of Justice in Benin. He has played a critical role in advancing legal reforms, including the recent citizenship law that grants citizenship to descendants of enslaved Africans. Détchénou's efforts aim to address historical injustices and promote a sense of belonging among the diaspora.
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Yvon Détchénou is the Minister of Justice and Legislation representing the government during the assembly session.
Bénin : L’Assemblée nationale vote la suspension provisoire de la Céna
Cameroon· 2026-07-11
Yvon Détchénou remains the Minister of Justice and Legislation.
Bénin : le nouveau gouvernement dévoiléCameroon· 2026-05-27
Justice Minister Yvon Détchénou said at the ceremony that by legally recognising these children of Africa, Benin is healing a historical wound.
Ciara granted citizenship in Benin | Entertainment
Jamaica· 2025-07-29
Justice Minister Yvon Détchénou said at the ceremony that by legally recognising these children of Africa, Benin is healing a historical wound.
Ciara among first to be granted Benin citizenship under new law | EntertainmentJamaica· 2025-07-28