In Togo, the opposition has criticized the contentious appointment of the President of the Republic to lead a newly established powerful executive body.
On Saturday, Faure Gnassingbé, who has been in power since 2005 after succeeding his father, was awarded the title of President of the Council of Ministers by Parliament.
This new position grants him enhanced authority, including the ability to be re-elected indefinitely for six-year terms by the members of Parliament.
Critics have labeled this appointment a ‘constitutional coup,’ arguing that it could represent another blow to democracy in a region already suffering from military takeovers.
A coalition of political parties and civil society organizations in Togo announced on Monday their commitment to intensify both national and international pressure on President Faure Gnassingbé.
