The Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) is preparing to elect its presidential candidate through a primary, amidst an internal power struggle.

With less than a year to the presidential election, the party faces tension over its leadership. While PDCI president Tidjane Thiam is seen as a potential frontrunner, Jean Louis Billon, a prominent party executive, has already declared his candidacy and is urging the party to hold a convention to select its nominee democratically.

In a recent interview circulated on social media, Thiam confirmed plans for a party convention in the coming months to decide on the presidential candidate. The announcement sets the stage for a pivotal moment in the PDCI’s bid to reclaim political leadership in Côte d’Ivoire.