Security operatives have mounted roadblocks on all major roads in Benin as early as 6:00 a.m.
The security personnel began stopping and searching vehicles at the roadblocks in the wee hours of the day and asking the occupants questions to ensure security during the election.
Few vehicles were on the road, while people, likely voters, were walking along the roads.
However, some commercial bus drivers who wanted to do quick business avoided the roadblocks and evaded questioning by security officials.
Military personnel were seen at the popular Ring Road, particularly at the Sapele Road, Forestry Junction, and Sapele Road axes, with an armoured tank stationed at the city centre.