In Gabon, in western Africa, it was claimed that the military waged a coup with the discourse of "rebuilding democracy".

The army seized the national radio and read the coup notice.

Gabon

Gabon, which was under the French colony until 1960, changed three presidents after winning its independence, all of which were from the same family.

Second President Omar Bongo ruled the country for more than 40 years until his death in 2009.

Bongo converted to Islam in 1973, abandoned the name of Albert-Bernard Bongo, which he used until that time, and named Omar Bongo.

Bongo began to use Hajji Omar Bongo after performing Hajj. By adding Ondimba in 2003 to his name, he was then called Omar Bongo Ondimba.

Later, President Ali Bongo, son of Omar Bongo, who came to power, said he suffered a stroke last October and was treated and healed in Morocco.

In Gabon, the majority of the country is Christians. The country, where Muslims are the minority, is known for its rich oil deposits.

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