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UN Offers Helping Hand as Gabon Emerges from 56-Year Dynastic Rule

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
September 7, 2023
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UN Offers Helping Hand as Gabon Emerges from 56-Year Dynastic Rule
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In a pivotal turn of events, a United Nations representative has extended a helping hand to Gabon’s military leader amidst a controversial transition. This transition follows a recent coup that brought an end to the Bongo family’s dynastic autocracy, which had ruled Gabon for an astonishing 56 years.

The coup unfolded on August 30th when army officers seized power and promptly invalidated an election announcement declaring President Ali Bongo as the winner, citing credibility concerns. Bongo had held the reins of power since 2009, succeeding his father, Omar Bongo, who had an astonishing 42-year rule.

The reaction to the coup was a mix of jubilation and uncertainty in the capital, Libreville. On September 4th, General Brice Oligui Nguema took the oath as interim president, pledging to ensure free and fair elections without specifying a timetable.

Abdou Abarry, the Special Representative of the U.N. Secretary-General in Central Africa, held a meeting with Nguema in Libreville, emphasizing the U.N.’s readiness to support Gabon as it embarks on this new chapter. Abarry mentioned that once a clear roadmap and timetable are established, U.N. agencies will step in to offer assistance.

The Gabonese coup stands in stark contrast to other recent military takeovers in West and Central Africa, particularly in Niger. Unlike Niger, Gabon has not witnessed widespread anti-French or pro-Russian sentiment. Additionally, the generals leading the transition in Libreville seem open to engaging with international organizations, unlike their counterparts in Niamey, Niger.

The Central African regional bloc, ECCAS, took action by suspending Gabon but sent Faustin-Archange Touadera, the President of the Central African Republic, as its envoy to meet Nguema. Touadera, in a diplomatic move, also met with Ali Bongo, although no specific details about Bongo’s situation were disclosed.

Initially under house arrest, the junta in Gabon later announced that Ali Bongo was free and could travel abroad for medical checks if he wished, signifying a shift in his status.

Comparatively, the Gabon Junta appears to be taking a more measured and concerned approach towards their nation’s stability. In contrast, the Niger Junta’s hunger for power has led to a contentious situation around the detention of President Bazoum. Niger, an already economically challenged nation, faces an uncertain future under the current junta’s rule. The hope is that Gabon’s transition will proceed with a focus on national interests and stability.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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