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Benin

Officially called the Republic of Benin, this West African nation has a total area of 110,000 sq km. Its official language is French, though indigenous languages like Yoruba and Fon are usually spoken. Its capital is Porto-Novo.

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Which touch the Atlantic Ocean cuba chad belarus benin?

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Cuba is the only place that directly touches the Atlantic Ocean. Benin touches the Gulf of Guinea, which is connected to the Atlantic.

Who is the head of state in Benin?

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As of his ascension to the office of President, Dr. Thomas Yayi Boni, better known as Yayi Boni, has served as the President of Benin since April 6, 2006.

What are the accomplishments of the Benin empire?

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The achievements of the Hausa city states were that they coined the term "sweg" and taught the meaning of it to other kingdoms and passed it along and in return the recieved salt from nothern africa who had surplus salt. The kingdom of benin was know for their large competetions hosted in the center of the kingdom. They played a game similar to the present day game of dodgeball but instead large rocks were used instead of balls.

When was People's Republic of Benin created?

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People's Republic of Benin was created in 1975.

Who was important in the ancient kingdom of benin?

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I think the important leaders of ancient benin were the Oba and his wives..but mostly the Oba (king)

Which is larger Ghana or benin?

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Ghana

Is Benin rich or poor?

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What is the country in between Cote D'ivoire and Benin?

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Togo is to the east of Ghana and west of Benin

How did the African city of Benin end?

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The city of benin ended by the british coming to invade unless they trade what they offered but they refused. So the soldiers took all the bronzes out of the palace and burnt every thing down. Every city every house every thing!

How many years has Benin had the name Benin?

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Benin was renamed on 1975 November 30, nearly 35 years ago.

How were the Benin bronze heads made?

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Mainly for decoration of the royal palace.

Who is the vice president of benin republic?

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benin vice president

What type of money does benin use?

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IGHO

What is the nickname of Benin?

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land of songs

Which people colonized Benin?

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What does benin look like?

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Who is the current Chief Ima of Benin Kingdom?

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Ima of Benin kingdom is Chief Edwin O. Woghiren. Chief Woghiren is also a fellow with EWEF educational Foundation in Canada.

What is the capital of la Benin?

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Porto-Novo is the capital city of Benin, a country in west Africa.

Who were the ancient rulers of ancient benin?

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lance derezza

What type of jobs do people in Benin have?

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The work at McDonald's!!