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Gabon's election: A fresh start?

Gabon heads to the polls in April to vote in a new president. How significant is this?

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Gabon's military government recently announced that the presidential elections will be held on the 12th of April. It's a key step to re-establish civilian rule following a coup in August 2023. How significant is this?

Also Dutch authorities say one of Europe's most-wanted fugitives has been living in Sierra Leone. Who is he and what do we know so far?

And what does the new passport issued by the Alliance of Sahel States mean?

Presenter: Blessing Aderogba in Lagos
Technical Producer: Jonathan Greer
Producers: Bella Hassan and Yvette Twagiramariya in London
Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp

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