A high-level diplomatic and judicial event unfolded at the Presidential Palace in Libreville on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema received Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, president of the Constitutional Court of Togo, in an audience. The meeting, expanded to include Dieudonné Aba’a Owono, president of the Gabonese Constitutional Court, marks a decisive step in bringing the judicial institutions of the two nations closer together.
Beyond the protocol and formal greetings to the head of state, this visit is rooted in a much broader ambition. Professor Coulibaley used the opportunity to commend the strong historical ties of friendship between Libreville and Lomé while laying the groundwork for enhanced technical cooperation.
Discussions quickly moved toward concrete initiatives. The two delegations mapped out the implementation of regular consultations. This permanent mechanism will serve as a bridge for sharing practical experiences and transferring best practices, thereby boosting the effectiveness of each court in fulfilling its constitutional duties.
Modernising institutions to strengthen the rule of law
Reacting to the quality of the proposals put forward, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema expressed his strong satisfaction with the depth of the talks. For the head of state, this partnership is not an accessory: it aligns directly with his political vision, which focuses on modernising republican institutions and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law.
The Gabonese leader also recalled that developing such synergies across the continent is essential. By encouraging these strategic alliances with fellow African nations, Gabon is not only seeking to optimise its own structures but also aims to assert its leadership and elevate its judicial institutions on the continental and international stage.
