Gabon coup: Military seizes power, voids recent election.
Army Officers in Gabon Declare Takeover and Invalidate Election Results
On national television, army officers in Gabon have made a bold announcement, asserting their power and nullifying the results of Saturday’s election, which declared President Ali Bongo as the winner. This move would effectively end the 53-year rule of Bongo’s family over the country.
Twelve soldiers appeared on TV to deliver this news, with one soldier emphasizing that the country’s borders would be closed “until further notice.” Their decision to take action was driven by concerns over the current regime’s irresponsible and unpredictable governance, which has led to a deterioration in social cohesion and the risk of chaos, as reported by the BBC.
Shortly after the broadcast, reports emerged of loud gunfire in the capital city of Libreville, indicating potential unrest and resistance to the soldiers’ declaration.
Opposition Alleges Election Interference and Lack of Credibility
The opposition to Bongo in the contested election has raised serious concerns about the credibility of the process. They have accused Bongo of interference and purposefully withholding information, including restricting foreign journalists from reporting on the vote.
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If successful, this coup would mark the eighth seizure of power in West and Central Africa since 2020, according to Reuters. The recent coup in Niger has already raised alarm among international partners, including the United States, who fear the potential consequences of further instability in this turbulent region.
Gabon, situated along the Atlantic Coast in west-central Africa, now finds itself at the center of a significant political upheaval.
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