Thomas Boni Yayi

Thomas Boni Yayi (born 1 July 1952 in Tchaourou, Benin) is a Beninese politician who served as the president of Benin from 2006 to 2016, and reelected in March 2011. Yayi was chosen as the chairperson of African Union in 2012. Quotes There will be no prosperity in Africa as long as we lack energy Benin’s President, Boni Yayi, visits AfDB: “Energy is Alpha and Omega for Africa’s prosperity 16 September, 2015 To each his convictions. Mine are to respect… my country’s constitution I don’t have a lesson to impart, I don’t want to criticise anyone I Will Step Aside In 2016 To ‘Respect The Constitution’ – Boni Yayi 11 November, 2015 We shall continue to work hand in glove to ensure that we consolidate all what we have achieved so far The development of our continent is in our hands my dear presidents…it is in unity and cohesion that our continent will ensure its development Thomas Boni Yayi of Benin takes over as AU new chairman 29 January, 2012 We should safeguard peace and security which will particularly guarantee the economic development of our sub-region and our dear continent in general Boni congratulates Faure 11 March 2010 The phenomenon of terrorism falls under international jurisdiction Boni Yayi and Gnassingbe call for regional response to fight terrorism 13 August 2024 External links Thomas Boni Yayi President Thomas Yayi Boni elected as chairperson of the African Union for 2012. Category:Politicians from Benin Category:1952 births Category:Living people