When did Kérékou become President for the first time?
1970
1974
1980
1972
Answer
In 1972, Mathieu Kérékou rose to power in Benin through a military coup, marking the beginning of his first term as President. During his two decades of leadership, Kérékou implemented socialist policies and aligned Benin with communist ideologies prevalent during the Cold War era.
From Revolutionary to President: A Quiz on Mathieu Kérékou's Leadership in Benin
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