The Beninese government has taken a significant step in strengthening its civil protection capabilities with the donation of new equipment from the International Organization for Migration (IOM). On September 22, 2026, the IOM handed over a substantial consignment of vehicles, computer equipment, and accessories to the Beninese Agency for Civil Protection (Abpc). The ceremony took place at the Ministry of Interior and Public Security.
The donated equipment, valued at approximately 54 million CFA francs, includes 20 Apache motorcycles and accessories, 4 lady-type motorcycles, computers, tablets, TV screens, and other computer materials. This donation is part of the project titled "Support to the Resilience of Forcibly Displaced Persons and Host Communities in North Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo". The project is financed by the European Union and aims to enhance national mechanisms for monitoring and managing population displacements.
The minister delegate in charge of the Interior and Public Security, Djibril Mama Cissé, presided over the handover ceremony. He emphasized that the IOM's support to the Ministry of Interior and Public Security contributes to the strengthening of the Abpc's operational capacities. The new equipment will enable the agency to improve its strategy for monitoring displaced persons and enhance the professionalism of its teams.
According to Minister Cissé, the use of this equipment will allow for better information sharing and inter-institutional coordination. The IOM's support is crucial in the government's efforts to enhance national mechanisms for monitoring and managing population displacements. The minister expressed his appreciation for the IOM's contribution to the country's civil protection efforts.
Étienne Banga, head of the IOM office in Benin, highlighted that the donation reflects the organization's commitment to strengthening the resilience of populations and national capacities for prevention, preparedness, and response to risks and emergency situations. The equipment will enable Abpc field teams to collect, store, analyze, and visualize data on population movements more efficiently.
The project aligns with the Beninese government's engagement with its partners to strengthen national mechanisms for monitoring and managing population displacements. The IOM's support is critical in enhancing the country's capacity to respond to humanitarian crises and promote sustainable development. The donation is a testament to the strong partnership between the IOM and the Beninese government.
The handover ceremony marks a significant milestone in the country's efforts to enhance its civil protection capabilities. The new equipment will enable the Abpc to improve its response to humanitarian crises and promote sustainable development. The IOM's support will contribute to the country's efforts to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
Key points
- The IOM has donated equipment valued at 54 million CFA francs to the Beninese Agency for Civil Protection to enhance its operational capacity.
- The donation includes 20 Apache motorcycles, 4 lady-type motorcycles, computers, tablets, and TV screens.
- The project aims to enhance national mechanisms for monitoring and managing population displacements in Benin and other West African countries.
