Gabon to hold presidential election on April 12

Transitional President of Gabon General Brice Oligui Nguema (2nd L) salutes during his arrival to the parade to mark the first anniversary of the military takeover in Libreville on August 30, 2024. [File, Standard]

Gabon's transitional government said Thursday that presidential elections would be held on April 12, a key step to re-establish civilian rule after a coup ended the Bongo dynasty's decades-long reign.

"Voting will start at 7:00 am and end at 6:00 pm in line with current laws," government spokesman Seraphin Akure Davain announced after a cabinet meeting.