Gabon: Paul Ulrich Kessany Sworn In as New Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — January 5, 2025 (AGP) — Paul Ulrich Kessany was officially sworn in as the new Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture, as well as the Life Associative, in a ceremony held in Libreville on Monday, according to the Gabonese Press Agency.
The ceremony was presided over by Christian Emane Nna, the Deputy Secretary — General of the Government.
During the ceremony, the outgoing interim Minister, Dr. Simplice Désiré Mamboula, handed over the departmental files to Kessany in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Officials commented on the matter.
Mamboula. He also expressed gratitude to the President of the Republic for the trust placed in him.
Kessany, in his speech, thanked God and the President for the confidence shown in him.
He emphasized that his atypical profile is a strong signal to the Gabonese youth and to all Gabonese who work hard to achieve responsibilities. “I come with the will to make our ministry shine.
I am here to continue, we have a roadmap, and I really want everyone to be involved because we have work to do.
The time is for pragmatism.
As you know, the sports context especially, requires us to react and restore confidence to our fellow citizens, to all sports and cultural actors.”
The new Minister highlighted the importance of working together to achieve the goals set for the ministry.
He emphasized the need for a collective effort to rebuild confidence in the sports and cultural sectors.
The appointment of Paul Ulrich Kessany as Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture has been met with anticipation and hope, as he aims to revitalize these sectors and promote the cultural and sports heritage of Gabon. Further details about his plans and initiatives are expected in the coming days.
