Thousands protest in Ivory Coast after opposition leader barred from presidential race

Thousands protest in Ivory Coast after opposition leader barred from presidential race

Thousands of protesters have gathered in Ivory Coast’s capital Abidjan to demand the reinstatement on the electoral list of main opposition leader Tidjane Thiam, a former CEO of Credit Suisse, who was barred from running in the presidential election set for October.

Ivorian Election Tensions: Former Minister Billon Eyes Presidency After Thiam's Exclusion

Former Ivory Coast trade minister Jean-Louis Billon aims to represent the opposition PDCI party in the upcoming presidential elections after Tidjane Thiam's exclusion. Billon criticized party officials and hinted at representing another party. The electoral decision has reignited debates on nationality and electoral tensions in the country.

Thiam’s Party Holds Protest After Exclusion From Ivorian Vote

Ivory Coast’s main opposition party took to the streets Saturday after its candidate, former Credit Suisse AG Chief Executive Officer Tidjane Thiam, was barred from contesting in this year’s presidential elections.

Tidjane Thiam on being banned from Ivory Coast’s election – BBC - Afric Info

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