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Gabon's coup leader Brice Oligui Nguema looked to cement his grip on power as the oil-producing African nation held a presidential election that analysts expected to be a one-sided affair reut.rs/42c5RZB

reut.rsGabon coup leader eyes seven-year mandate in presidential voteGabon's coup leader Brice Oligui Nguema looked to cement his grip on power as the oil-producing Central African nation held a presidential election on Saturday that analysts expected to be a one-sided affair.

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Strong institutions are built on civilian leadership. This election reminds me that lasting stability & development require more than simply holding elections. They demand institutions capable of truly securing the people's choice. Well, I didn’t expect to see a wolve in sheep’s clothing, but...