On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the Presidential Palace in Libreville hosted a major diplomatic and legal event. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema welcomed Professor Djobo-Babakane Coulibaley, President of the Constitutional Court of Togo. The high-level meeting, which also included the President of the Gabonese Constitutional Court, Dieudonné Aba’a Owono, represents a decisive step toward closer ties between the judicial institutions of both nations.
Beyond the formalities and courtesies extended to the head of state, this visit is rooted in a much broader ambition. Professor Coulibaley used the opportunity to highlight the strong historical friendship between Libreville and Lomé, while laying the groundwork for enhanced technical cooperation.
The discussions quickly turned to concrete projects. Both delegations planned the establishment of regular consultations. This permanent mechanism will serve as a bridge for sharing practical experiences and transferring best practices, thereby improving the efficiency of each court in fulfilling its constitutional duties.
Modernising institutions, consolidating the rule of law
Reacting to the quality of the proposals, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema expressed great satisfaction with the depth of the talks. For the head of state, this partnership is not incidental; it aligns directly with his political vision focused on modernising republican institutions and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law.
The Gabonese leader also stressed that developing such synergies across the continent is essential. By fostering these strategic alliances with its African counterparts, Gabon aims not only to optimise its own structures but also to assert its leadership and promote its legal institutions on the continental and international stage.
