Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is considered the favorite candidate for president in Benin. He received the endorsement of outgoing president Patrice Talon, while his rival, Paul Hounkpe, has a less prominent public profile.

Finance Minister Romuald Wadagni is the favourite to win after being endorsed by outgoing president Patrice Talon. Wadagni's only rival, Paul Hounkpe, has a much lower profile.