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Browsing: Gabon’s referendum
- Gabon’s referendum has extended the presidential term to seven years with a two-term limit from the previous five years.
- The referendum represents a crucial first step as the nation seeks a return to civilian rule since Ali Bongo’s ouster in August 2023.
- Gabon’s Interior Minister Hermann Immongault has said that 92 per cent of voters backed the proposed constitution.
Gabon’s Referendum Extends Presidential Term Limit
Voters in Gabon have agreed to extend the country’s presidential term limit to seven years from five years in a referendum on a new constitution. The referendum represents a crucial first step as the nation seeks a return to civilian rule since Ali Bongo’s ouster in August 2023. Bongo had governed Gabon since 2009, taking over the presidency from his father, Omar Bongo, who died after ruling the country for over 55 years.
The referendum also clears the path for military leader Brice …