As the constitutional referendum of November 16, 2024 approaches, the Muslim community of Port-Gentil, in Ogooué Maritime, expressed its support for the draft new Constitution. Responding to the call of Jean Fidèle Otandault, provincial representative of the head of the Muslim community of Gabon, the faithful participated in an information session on the key points of this reform, with a comparison between constitutional law and sacred principles of the Quran.
The official position of the Superior Council of Islamic Affairs of Gabon, made public by its head, Abdu Razzak Guy Kambogo, on Monday, November 4 in Libreville, was communicated to the faithful during this meeting. The Council invited all Muslims in the country to support the referendum with a favorable vote. This orientation was widely explained and commented on by Jean Fidèle Otandault, in the presence of a strong delegation from the provincial coordination of “ Oui », led by Minister Régis Onanga Ndiaye, provincial coordinator of the referendum campaign.
Firm support for the constitutional project
Speaking, Minister Régis Onanga Ndiaye outlined the foundations of the new Constitution, highlighting the advantages it presents for political stability and social harmony in Gabon. He reminded the faithful of the importance of this reform to consolidate institutions and strengthen the principles of good governance, thus hoping for a “ Oui » massive from Muslims registered on the electoral lists.
Jean Fidèle Otandault also indicated that awareness raising will continue actively in all the mosques of Port-Gentil and Omboué, where meetings are planned to further explain the issues of this consultation. “ We are counting on the commitment of each member of our community to guarantee the success of this referendum “, he said.
This official support from the Superior Council of Islamic Affairs of Gabon marks an important step in the mobilization for the constitutional referendum of November 16, 2024, consolidating the message of unity and support for the ongoing transition. Through this awareness campaign, the Muslim community of Port-Gentil is ready to support a project which, according to its representatives, “ respects the values of peace and justice dear to Islam, while promoting the stability and development of the country ».
