Gabon: Junta re-opens border as Bongo’s era becomes history

Military authorities in oil rich Gabon, has reopened the country’s borders after a classic coup that jolted the African continent three days ago.

The reopening of the borders according to Reuters was confirmed by the spokesman of the junta after it was earlier closed following the coup that ended the era of President Ali Bongo whose family has held power for over 56 years.

Some group of military officers seized power on Wednesday and immediately placed President Bongo who is presently suffering from partial stroke under house arrest.

However, General Brice Nguema, cousin to Ali Bongo was appointed as the new head of state.

Kalu Idika

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