After overthrowing Ali Bongo in a military coup in August 2023, interim leader Brice Oligui Nguema is poised to run for president in Gabon's April 2025 elections. A new constitution has been enacted, imposing term limits and preventing dynastic succession. Nevertheless, concerns arise regarding the military’s potential manipulation of the electoral process. Recent legislation also permits military officials to partake in elections, ensuring that Nguema can pursue his presidential ambitions. This move follows a lengthy Bongo family rule, marred by accusations of corruption and mismanagement.
Interim leader Brice Oligui Nguema, who led a military coup in August 2023, is expected to run for president in the upcoming elections.
The new constitution provides for a maximum of two seven-year presidential terms, no prime minister, and no dynastic transfer of power.
The ruling military government may use the upcoming presidential elections to maintain power, leading to skepticism about a genuine return to democracy.
Ali Bongo ruled for 14 years until the coup, which was triggered by allegations of electoral fraud and deep-seated corruption in his government.
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