A group of high-ranking Gabonese military officials announced on TV on August 30 that they had assumed control after President Ali Bongo’s reelection. Appearing on state television channel Gabon 24, the officers said they represented all security and defense forces in the Central African nation. The electoral commission said Mr Bongo had won just under … Continue reading Gabon: Military Officers Seize Power From Ali Bongo Following Controversial Presidential Election