15 years after his death: Coffi Hounnou immortalized

What is still left of the old glories of football ? What do the younger generation take away from them? ? What happened to their works ? These questions have always remained unanswered.. But through the novel titled : “My father, Vizier Touré is the pride of Benin : A hero”, journalist Koffi Didi Hounnou, genetic son of the illustrious deceased, attempts to resurrect a hero barely lost in history, 15 years after his call to God, the 19 January 2007.

In 15 chapters to recall the 15 years of his death, the author retraces the rather dense sporting career of the greatest libero of all time. A biographical work that traces the life of an accomplished athlete, a convinced sportsman, but is also intended as a dedication to the former glories of sport, all generations and all disciplines. This novel dedicated to the passion of Coffi Hounnou, alias “head of steel” for soccer, his immense athletic talent, his philanthropic works, his love of neighbor, etc, reveals the true identity of the man who was considered the spearhead of the Dahomean defense, at the same time, that it constitutes a true tribute for all that he has given to the Beninese nation.

Former glory of football and former employee of the Commercial Bank of Benin (BCB), Coffi Hounnou Idea Adolphe, former member of legendary clubs : Asso Cotonou, Atlantic and National Team Sharks, played soccer, a true religion. Everything you didn't know about Benin's football past, untold stories, feats never achieved, vibrant testimonials, crisp reports and reports, tributes from unsuspected political and administrative officials, sports actors, journalists, etc. A veritable breviary for the younger generation.

Yvon ALITONOU