Laurent Gbagbo restructures PPA-CI leadership in Côte d’Ivoire

Former Côte d’Ivoire President Laurent Gbagbo, who currently leads the Parti des Peuples Africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), has taken a significant step to modernize the party’s governance. He announced the delegation of key presidential powers to five senior political figures within the organization.

Five leaders entrusted with strategic responsibilities

In an official statement released by the PPA-CI, Laurent Gbagbo detailed the new leadership structure. Assoa Adou has been appointed First Vice-President, tasked with ensuring strict adherence to the party’s statutes and internal regulations across all levels and membership ranks. Hubert Oulaye assumes the role of Second Vice-President, responsible for overseeing party operations and presiding over Central Committee meetings.

Completing the leadership team, Dano Djédjé Sébastien has been named Chairman of the Strategic and Political Council, with authority over general party management and supervision of all activities.

A new era of collective leadership

Explaining this restructuring, Laurent Gbagbo emphasized the party’s commitment to shared governance: “This division of responsibilities reflects our determination to foster a more collaborative leadership model, where complementary roles and unified action drive our progress.”

The decision stems from a fundamental belief in the strength of teamwork rather than individual leadership. “The party’s vitality depends not on one person alone, but on our collective ability to work together toward a common vision,” he stated.

“United in purpose, disciplined in action, and complementary in our roles—that is how the PPA-CI will overcome challenges and serve the people of Côte d’Ivoire most effectively,” he concluded.