Fresh Coup Recorded in Africa
In a stunning turn of events, the military has declared a coup in Gabon, resulting in the removal of President Ali Bongo from power. President Bongo, who assumed office in 2009 after the passing of his father, was recently re-elected for a third term in a highly contested election. Opposition groups had raised significant concerns over the validity of the election results.
Soldiers have reportedly taken control of Gabonese national television to announce their takeover, signaling a dramatic shift in the country’s political landscape. The coup leaders have also declared the nullification of the election held on Saturday, further escalating the crisis.
This development unfolds against the backdrop of ongoing efforts to address the recent ousting of a democratically elected leader in Niger Republic. As of this report, neither the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) nor the African Union (AU), which have previously denounced the coup in Niger, have issued statements regarding the situation in Gabon.
The global community watches closely as events in Gabon continue to evolve, with ramifications for regional stability and democratic governance.
