Gabon: Interior Minister Adrien Nguema Mba Demands Strict Adherence to Decentralization Law. LIBREVILLE, Gabon — 14 January 2026 (AGP) — Gabon’s Minister of the Interior, Security, and Decentralization, Adrien Nguema Mba, has called for strict compliance with Article 94 of the Organic Law No. 001/2014, emphasizing the prohibition of local councilors from exercising administrative functions outside of their designated roles.
The minister’s directive comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the autonomy of local collectivities and streamline the country’s administrative structure.
According to a statement from the ministry, Nguema Mba has highlighted that certain local councilors are violating the law by exercising administrative functions, a role that is restricted to deliberative duties within councils and commissions.
The minister has demanded that these violations cease immediately and has called for all necessary measures to ensure compliance with the law.
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The initiative is part of a broader reform aimed at strengthening the autonomy of local collectivities and bringing administration closer to citizens.
Gabon has been engaged in a process of decentralization, a significant reform that seeks to enhance the relationship between the administration and citizens. Regional officials confirmed that the minister’s action is seen as a strong stance against the potential misuse of power by local councilors.
It is also viewed as a means to ensure the integrity of the decentralization process.
The minister has further clarified that in the event of a resignation by a municipal or departmental counselor, the replacement must be made in accordance with existing laws. It is noted that Article 94 does not apply to municipal or departmental agents who do not hold administrative functions. Sources close to the matter said that the Interior Ministry is insistent on the strict application of these provisions and has invited the recipients of the correspondence to acknowledge receipt.
Further details regarding the implementation of these measures and the response from local councilors are expected to be released in the coming days.
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Source: gabonreview.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
