Gabon Coup D’Etat: Ali Bongo Ousted, As The Military Seize Power | NC Breakfast | 30-08-23

Earlier today, a group of senior army officers made a dramatic announcement on live television, declaring a takeover of power in Gabon. This marks the country's second coup attempt in just five years, the previous one having occurred successfully in 2019, resulting in the subsequent sentencing of the involved soldiers to 15 years in prison in 2021. If this current coup attempt is successful, it will spell the end of the Bongo family dynasty, which has ruled the nation for 53 years.

The soldiers, identifying themselves as members of the "Committee of Transition and Restoration of Institutions" (CTRI), stated that their action is motivated by a desire to uphold peace by ending the existing regime's hold on power. This coup attempt once again places Gabon on the international stage, casting a spotlight on the complex political dynamics and power struggles within the nation.

Adding to the intrigue, the 2023 election's results are central to this unfolding drama. According to the electoral commission, Albert Ondo Ossa, the main challenger to the incumbent, emerged in second place with 30.77% of the total vote. However, Ossa's claims of electoral irregularities have been met with skepticism by Bongo's team, who have firmly rejected these allegations.

The situation raises questions about the stability of political transitions and the mechanisms for addressing grievances within Gabon's political landscape. The coup attempt underscores the ongoing tensions between different factions vying for control and influence within the country. It also shines a spotlight on the delicate balance between democracy and authoritarian tendencies in the broader context of governance.

As the coup attempt unfolds and the political situation in Gabon remains uncertain, the world watches closely, reflecting on the complexities of power, governance, and democratic processes in this African nation.


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Gabon Coup D’Etat: Ali Bongo Ousted, As The Military Seize Power | NC Breakfast | 30-08-23

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