Gabon's new leader vows 'free' elections, amnesty for dissenters

Oligui said he was seeking the participation of all of Gabon's "core groups" to draft a new constitution, which "will be adopted by referendum."

Gabon's new strongman General Brice Oligui Nguema (C) looks on as he is inaugurated as Gabon's interim President, in Libreville on September 4, 2023. (AFP)