Togo’s opposition leaders present democracy concerns to Commonwealth
“These concerns indicate that Togo does not respect the fundamental values of the Commonwealth,” added Ms. Adjamagbo-Johnson.
Category: Politics
Togo’s constitutional crisis: calls grow for international community to speak out
The Network of Coordination of the Independent Togolese Diaspora (RCDTI) and the Collective for Truth of the Ballot Boxes – Togo – Diaspora (CVU-TOGO-DIASPORA) have issued a stark warning on Saturday regarding what they term a “constitutional coup d’état” in Togo, initiated by the ruling party.
Le ministre Dangiwa aborde la question de l’accessibilité au logement lors de la table ronde ministérielle organisée dans le cadre de l’assemblée générale de la ShafDB à Kigali
Minister Dangiwa addresses the issue of housing accessibility during the ministerial round table organized as part of the ShafDB general…
Togo-Worries mount over parliamentary election delays
In Togo, there is growing concern as the terms of parliament members are nearing their end in just three months. However, there’s still no official schedule set for the legislative and regional elections, which were originally planned for the year’s end. This absence of clarity has raised worries among the opposition, prompting them to call for discussions to ensure a “smooth transition of power” in the country.
Togo: Faure Gnassingbé appoints new ministers in government shuffle
Among the ousted ministers, notable departures include Minister of State Payadowa Boukpessi and Professor Akodah Ayewouadan.
Togo-Twenty African youths shortlisted for Lomé Peace and Security Forum
As part of the inaugural edition of the “Lomé Peace and Security Forum” (LPSF), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and Togolese Nationals Abroad launched a call for applications on June 19, 2023. The purpose was to select twenty young Africans with the most compelling messages advocating for peace and the future of Africa. The results were unveiled yesterday evening.
Voters Registration : Togolese sentenced to one year in Prison for fraud
In Togo, the National Independent Electoral Commission (CENI) announced on Monday, August 21st, the disqualification of Togolese citizen Esso-hana Ware and his conviction by the judiciary for multiple registrations on the recently updated electoral lists.
Togo-Elections : some opposition parties to move forward despite controversies
Despite the controversy surrounding voter registration in Zone 1, Greater Lomé, opposition parties in Togo have decided to move forward. While some prefer radical approach, such as protests and procedures, others take a more measured attitude: To take part in the race
Bishops of Togo call for the release of “political prisoners”
At the end of its second ordinary session of the year on Friday June 16 2023, the Conference of Bishops of Togo (CET) asked the government for the “release of political prisoners”.
Togo’s President of the Constitutional Court, Aboudou Assouma is dead
The President of the Constitutional Court of Togo since 2007, Aboudou Assouma died at the age of 78 following a long illness, we learned at the start of the weekend.
Togo-Voters registration: the opposition warns about the participation of foreigners
The Togolese opposition group, the Dynamics for the Majority of the People (DMP) released a statement on Thursday about its remarks relating to the ongoing voters registration inside the country. The DMP denounces the Registration of minors as well as foreigners on the electoral list.
Togo-Voter registrations to resume inside the country
As part of the parliamentary and municipal elections this year in Togo, voter registration will resume inside the country after the adjournment of the operation.
Togo-Voter registration extended in zone 1
In Togo, the electoral census in zone 1 has been extended until Monday, May 8, 2023. It was originally scheduled to end this Saturday.
Togo-Parliamentary elections: Start of voter registration
As part of the parliamentary and municipal elections scheduled for this year in Togo, voter registration started on Saturday April 29, 2023 throughout the country.
A Togolese sends open letter to UN boss António Guterres
In this period of preparation for parliamentary elections in Togo, the Togolese politician Francis Pédro Amuzun, a municipal councilor, and presenting himself as “citizen of the world” again addresses António Guterres, the Secretary General of the United Nations (UN).
Togolese opposition has crossed a new stage according to Brigitte Adjamagbo
The opposition in Togo held its first meeting in the capital Lome on Saturday in Lome after more than two years of prohibition. This new start was welcomed by the opposition leader Brigitte Adjamagbo-Johnson.
Togo confirms the reception of the former Burkinabè leader
The Togolese government on Monday confirmed the presence in Togo of the deposed leader of Burkina Faso, Colonel Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba
Togo–“We can only continue to demand a chance of government ”
Togolese activist Farida Nabourema has not said her last word on the governance in Togo. The leader of “Faure Must Go”, has once again slammed the power of Lomé.
Togo-The government prohibits an opposition meeting
The meeting planned by certain political parties grouped within the Dynamic Monsignor Kpodzro (DMK) in the Bè district (Gulf 1) on this Saturday, is prohibited”, General Yark Damehame, Togo’s Minister in charge of security and civil protection announced.
Togo-New modification of the Electoral Code and the Charter of political parties
In Togo, the electoral and political system has experienced once again an amendment. Members of Parliament adopted in plenary Tuesday to the Chamber two bills amending the Electoral Code and the Charter of political parties.
Summary of the history of Togo’s independence
Togo got independence on April 27, 1960. Sylvanus Olympio who was the Prime Minister since the elections supervised by the UN, became the President of the new Republic.
Togolese minister criticized for the Summit on transition and terrorism
While the Togolese Minister of Foreign Affairs, Professor Robert Dussey took stock of the upcoming meeting as part of the summit that Lomé will host on political transition and the fight against terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel, it received a critical response on Twitter.
Togo-Amnesty International calls for authorization of demonstrations
Two years after the introduction of the first restrictions on the right to peaceful assembly justified by the Covid-19 pandemic, and while no more patients are in the care structures according to the authorities, Amnesty International Togo calls on the latter to lift the ban on gatherings of more than 15 people and therefore authorize demonstrations.
The Registration of Togolese abroad worries the opposition
The Togolese government has launched since March 8, the registration of Togolese living abroad. This census of the diaspora, which has never been done, causes controversy and fears, particularly within the political parties of the opposition.
Togo wants to modify the electoral code
In Togo, the electoral code is about to undergo a modification, within the framework of the next regional elections. The government adopted a bill to this effect on Monday.
Togo to organize a conference on political transitions and fight against terrorism
Togo is behind an initiative that will sound the death knell for crisis linked to terrorism and coups in Sahel and West African countries. An initiative that the General Secretary of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres strongly supports.
Togo’s former prime minister Houngbo appointed Chairperson of NRGI
The former Prime Minister of Togo,
Gilbert Fossoun Houngbo has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), the New York-based institution announced Thursday.
Togo-Faure Gnassingbé lost his French Advisor, Debbasch
Charles Debbasch, the lawyer and special advisor to the Togolese Head of State, Faure Gnassingbé bowed out last Saturday in Paris at the age of 84.
Ireland demands protection of one of its citizens jailed in Togo
Ireland urges the Togolese authorities to investigate allegations of torture against one of its citizens, Abdoul-Aziz Goma, a 52-year-old man from Togo, jailed for 3 years without trial.
An MP from Togo targeted by death threats and racist insults in France
The member of Parliament in the National Assembly of France, Patrice Anato ensures that he will file a complaint after receiving a threatening letter. The native of Togo explains that this is not the first time that he “or other colleagues” have received such “garbage” letters.
Togolese activist Jean Paul Omolou remanded in custody
The Togolese activist Jean Paul Omolou was presented to the examining magistrate on Friday. The latter decided to place him in pre-trial detention.
Togo-Another member of the opposition party arrested in Lomé
Jean-Paul Edoh Oumolou, member of Dynamique Mgr Kpodzro (DMK), one of the collaborators of Agbéyomé Kodjo, a candidate in the last presidential election in Togo was arrested on Thursday, we learn.
Togo-Faure Gnassingbé received “HeForShe” distinction
The President of the Republic of Togo, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé on Friday received the “HeForShe” distinction from UN Women, for his policy of advancement of women, and gender equity and equality.
Togo-Faure Gnassingbé makes changes within the military hierarchy
The Togolese authorities have carried out a small reshuffle within the armed forces by appointing new officers to different positions, this Monday, September 13, 2021.
Togo-A former minister jailed after criticizing government
Arrested on April 29 at his home, the former minister, former member of parliament and leader of the Front des…
Togo- Arrest of another opponent of Faure Gnassingbé
Accused of attempted aggravated disturbance of public order, the former Togolese Minister Djimon Oré has been in police custody since Thursday, April 29, 2021
Togo-international arrest warrant against Agbeyomé Kodjo still unapproved
Nevertheless, the power of Lomé had confirmed to the weekly Jeune Afrique, that an international arrest warrant had indeed been “issued” and that this request had been “notified” to Interpol by the services of the Minister of Justice, Pius Agbetomey. A request which has therefore not (or not yet) been taken into account by Interpol.
Agbeyomé Kodjo still contests the results of the 2020 presidential election in Togo.
Agbeyomé Gabriel Messan Kodjo, candidate during the presidential election of February 22, 2020, disagreed with the instructions of the court…