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Gabon Sets April 12 As Election Date To End Military Rule

This announcement follows the recent passage of a new electoral code by Gabon’s parliament, which outlines the rules and conditions for conducting elections in the country.
January 24, 2025
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Gabon's new strongman General Brice Oligui Nguema (R) salutes as he is inaugurated as Gabon's interim President, in Libreville on September 4, 2023. Gabon's coup leader vowed after being sworn in as interim president on September 4, 2023 to restore civilian rule through "free, transparent and credible elections" after a transition and amnesty prisoners of conscience. (Photo by AFP) (Photo by -/AFP via Getty Images)

Gabon is set to hold a presidential election on April 12, as announced by the council of ministers.

This West African nation is currently under military rule following a coup that took place in August 2023.

According to a government statement released late Wednesday after a cabinet meeting, “Under this decree, the electoral college is convened on Saturday, April 12, 2025.”

This announcement follows the recent passage of a new electoral code by Gabon’s parliament, which outlines the rules and conditions for conducting elections in the country. However, the legislation, which still needs approval from the Constitutional Court, has sparked controversy.

The nine-member team has been  the crucial  task for overseeing the [preparation and the and managment of the electons to ensure strict  compliance to the

It allows military personnel to run as candidates in political elections—a significant change from previous regulations.

Also Gabon Sets April 12 As Election Date To End Military Rule/shanghai-unveils-training-center-for-humanoid-robots

This new law may open the door for General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, who led the coup that ousted former president Ali Bongo Ondimba, to seek his first presidential term. According to Gabon’s constitution, adopted by referendum in November, a presidential term lasts seven years and can be renewed once.Mu washbg

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