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Amid an ongoing election dispute, a group of army officers in Gabon has staged a coup attempt, taking control of the government and annulling the election results that declared President Ali Bongo as the winner.
The opposition had criticized the election, alleging fraud.
The military officers appeared on national television to announce their takeover, citing concerns over the nation’s stability.
The situation in Gabon remains tense as the military asserts control.
This is not the first coup attempt in Gabon, and the international community is closely monitoring the situation.
The future trajectory and leadership of the country are uncertain in the midst of this political turmoil.
This article was updated 1 month ago
