The Beninese Swimming Federation (FBNA) has officially launched the process of renewing its governing bodies. In a statement dated October 30, 2026, it announced that the elections for the Executive Committee will take place on Saturday, December 19, 2026. The elections will be held at the federation's headquarters in Hointà, Sèmè-Podji commune, starting at 8:00 AM.
The call for nominations is open to individuals who wish to contribute to the development, promotion, and influence of Beninese swimming while respecting the principles of good governance, transparency, integrity, and sports democracy. There are eleven positions available, as per articles 26 and 27 of the statutes and 171 and 173 of the internal regulations.
The available positions include that of President, two Vice-Presidents (at least one woman), Secretary General and Deputy, Treasurer General and Deputy, the Organization Officer, and two Deputy Organization Officers (one woman). To be eligible, candidates must meet the conditions outlined in articles 51 and 52 of the statutes and 98 of the internal regulations.
Candidates must be at least 25 years old, have been a member of the governing body of an affiliated association for at least one complete Olympic cycle, have never been sentenced to an infamous penalty, and enjoy their civil and political rights. Candidates for the positions of President and Secretary General must have been a member of the Executive Committee for a complete Olympic cycle.
Each nomination file must include a signed request specifying the position sought, a copy of a valid identity document, an updated curriculum vitae, a letter of motivation presenting the skills, experience, and objectives for the development of Beninese swimming, a copy of a judicial record less than three months old, and a declaration of commitment to respect the statutes, internal regulations, ethics charter, and autonomous disciplinary code.
The files must be physically deposited against receipt at the administrative secretariat of the FBNA headquarters, located at lot 36, Parcel e, house Jonas Gervais Codjo MAH in Hontà, Djrègbé district, no later than December 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The received files will be examined by the competent commission, and the definitive list of nominations will be communicated via press on Friday, December 11, 2026.
The newly elected Executive Committee will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Beninese swimming. The federation's efforts to ensure a transparent and democratic electoral process have been commended by stakeholders. The outcome of the elections will be closely watched by the sports community in Benin and beyond.
Key points
- The Beninese Swimming Federation has launched a call for nominations for its executive committee, with eleven positions available.
- The elections for the Executive Committee are scheduled to take place on December 19, 2026.
- Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including age, experience, and a clean judicial record.
