Parakou [SEP] head of government
Parakou
Parakou is the largest city in northern Benin, with an estimated population of around 206,667 people, and capital of the Borgou Department. The mayor as of 2008 was Samou Seidou Adambi and administratively the commune of Parakou makes up one of Benin's 77 communes. Since 2015, the mayor is Souradjou Adamou Karimou.
History.
The foundation of the city dates back to the 16th century by wasangari traders. 
Economy.
Parakou lies on the main north-south highway RNIE 2 and at the end of
highways RNIE 2 and RNIE 6 pass through Parakou. The city is also served by Parakou Airport. The government has proposed extending the railway to Dosso in Niger.
Sport.
The main football clubs are Dynamo Unacob FC de Parakou and Buffles du Borgou FC which play in the Benin Premier League, the highest division of Beninese football.
Notable people.
- Hubert Maga - First President of Dahomey (the former name of Benin)
- Steve Mounié - Professional footballer who plays in England for Huddersfield Town in