Ombudsman
Médiateur de la République du Bénin
Médiateur de la République
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Summary
Benin's Médiateur de la République was established under Loi n°2004-007 of 23 October 2004, with its current framework revised by Loi n°2018-016. It mediates disputes between citizens and public administration, receives complaints of maladministration, and issues recommendations. Reports annually to the President and National Assembly.
Independence Scorecard
51/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Loi n°2004-007 portant composition, organisation, fonctionnement et attributions de la Cour Suprême
- Citation
- Loi n°2004-007 du 23 octobre 2004 (as amended by Loi n°2018-016)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
National mediator; receives citizen complaints against public administration and state-owned enterprises; issues non-binding recommendations.