The imams of Gabon unanimously rejected on Saturday the candidacy of Abdul Razzak Kambongo for the presidency of the High Council of Islamic Affairs of Gabon (CSAIG) in favor of the imam Benyamin Andjoua Obolo who took over as interim head of this more high institution of the Muslim faith in Gabon, according to the results of a vote following the 5th congress of the community organized on Saturday in Libreville.
Only 4 imams voted in favor of Abdul Razzak Kambongo (9.76%) once morest 37 imams in favor of his opponent Benyamin Andjoua Obolo, i.e. 90.24% of voters.
This clear and clear vote designates Imam Benyamin Andjoua Obolo as president of the Muslim community of Gabon.
If Abdul Razzak Kambongo who had the support of the seaside, according to unofficial sources, does not contest his defeat, the lucky one now succeeds imam Ismaël Oceni Ossa who led the community for around two decades.
Islam is a minority religion in Gabon. However, it has long been highlighted in the country because the former Gabonese presidents, Omar Bongo and his son Ali Bongo were faithful and practicing it. Islam has therefore often been considered the “state” religion in Gabon.
The grand imam has always had a ceremonial rank in Gabon, a country where religious tolerance is a dogma.
Marie Dorothée
2024-03-16 23:26:49
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