In Libreville, Gabon, the national stage is set for the upcoming election of the Committee National Olympique du Gabon (CNOG). The final countdown has begun, with the deadline for the submission of candidate dossiers fast approaching. According to a recent communiqué, the last day for candidates to submit their applications is this Thursday, April 9th, at 3:30 PM. This information was received by the editorial team of the Gabonese Press Agency.
As of now, three individuals have already presented their candidacies. The list includes the outgoing president, Crésant Pambo, who has been a prominent figure in the nation’s sports scene. Sylvain Pangou Mbembo, the president of the Gabonese Handball Federation, and Marcel Mbele Loussou, a former president of the Gabonese Volleyball Federation, are also among the hopefuls. The election, scheduled for April 25th, is poised to be a pivotal moment for Gabon’s sports leadership.
In addition to the CNOG election, the country is also witnessing a variety of sports — related events. The Gabonese Sports Ministry, in collaboration with the ANPI-Gabon, is working to facilitate access for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to the petroleum markets. This initiative is seen as a strategic move to enhance the participation of local businesses in the oil sector.
On the international front, the Gabonese Taekwondo team is preparing for the World Junior Championship, having departed for Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on Wednesday, April 8th. The team’s journey to the championship is a testament to the nation’s commitment to nurturing young talent in the sport.
The French football club Paris Saint — Germain (PSG) and Spanish club Atlético Madrid have both secured their spots in the Champions League semi-finals, reflecting the high level of competition in European football. In Gabon’s domestic football scene, the CSFG (Gabonese Sports Federation) has announced a major gathering at the Fégafoot headquarters on April 13th, indicating a focus on the development of football within the country.
Lastly, the East Coast Basketball League (Ligue de l’Estuaire) has seen Espoir BC claim victory in the Super Cup, showcasing the vibrancy of basketball in Gabon. In a separate event, Ariel Nicaise Bouya Kendje, a standout athlete in the Open International Deaf Taekwondo competition, is eagerly anticipated in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Source: Agpgabon
Original author: Redaction
