Gabon’s top prosecutor suspended for three months over alleged judicial interference

The Gabonese Minister of Justice and Keeper of the Seals, Augustin Emane, has issued conservatory suspension against Dr. Eddy Narcisse Minang, Attorney General of the Judicial Court of Appeal in Libreville. The measure, formalized under decision n°000007/MJGSCDH, takes effect immediately and lasts for three months. The high-ranking magistrate is suspected of involvement in a shadowy influence network tied to multiple scandals, according to judicial sources.

In a dramatic turn of events, the suspension was announced shortly after Dr. Minang underwent several hours of questioning at the Presidential Palace. The decision underscores the gravity of the allegations, which include serious suspicions of obstructing public justice. His immediate replacement has been entrusted to Thalie Aubone Nguema Edjo, another magistrate holding the same rank, ensuring the continuity of judicial services without interruption.

Financial scandals at the heart of the suspension

The suspension comes amid investigations into several controversial financial cases. Among them, a high-profile dispute involving the company Covec Gabon, with claims totaling 4 billion CFA francs, has drawn significant attention. However, the most explosive revelation centers on the Central Directorate of Financial Affairs (DCAF) scandal within the Ministry of National Education.

The DCAF case, made public in early June 2026, involved allegations of overbilling uncovered by the prosecutor of the First Instance Court of Libreville, Dick Fabrice Boungou Mikolo. This led to the arrest of nearly two dozen officials, with estimated financial losses ranging between 560 and 700 million CFA francs. Authorities suspect Dr. Minang of attempting to disrupt the ongoing judicial investigation, allegedly leveraging personal connections to the DCAF director, both hailing from the Woleu-Ntem region.

Implications for Gabon’s judiciary

The suspension of Dr. Eddy Minang marks a pivotal moment for Gabon’s legal system. As the investigation unfolds, the nation watches closely to see how the judiciary will address these grave accusations. The temporary removal of such a prominent figure highlights the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, even at the highest levels of authority.