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| Tournament details | |
|---|---|
| Host country | Benin |
| Dates | 13—23 February |
| Teams | 7 |
| Final positions | |
| Champions |  Ghana (1st title) |
| Runners-up |  Togo |
| Third place |  Upper Volta |
| Tournament statistics | |
| Matches played | 16 |
| Goals scored | 44 (2.75 per match) |
The first edition of the West African Nations Cup was held in Benin between 13 February and 23 February 1982. The title was won by Ghana.
