The Supreme Court in Chad has finalized the 20-year prison sentence handed down to Succès Masra, former Prime Minister and leader of the party Les Transformateurs. This decision, confirmed on a recent Thursday, closes the judicial chapter on one of the country’s most prominent political figures.
The ruling rejected the appeal filed by Masra’s defense team, which argued against the conviction. The charges stem from allegations of disseminating racist and xenophobic messages, forming an association of wrongdoers, and complicity in murder, all linked to the Mandakao massacre.
Over 70 individuals, including Masra, were found guilty in connection with the case. His legal team, led by Kadjilembaye Francis, failed to sway the justices, leaving no further domestic appeals available.
Without a presidential pardon, Masra must serve the full sentence. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from supporters of Les Transformateurs, who condemn what they call an unjust ruling.
Legal experts note that the only remaining avenues for Masra’s defense now lie in regional or international courts, though such steps would require navigating complex legal pathways.
