Côte d’Ivoire’s PDCI party is holding an extraordinary congress today, May 14, to elect a new leader following Tidiane Thiam’s resignation.

The vote is taking place in over 400 locations across the country and abroad, with several delegates participating. Despite stepping down, Thiam is running again in a move critics say is a legal tactic.

Party official Valérie Yapo has challenged Thiam’s legitimacy, citing his dual nationality and court-ordered removal from the electoral roll.

As internal tensions persist, Thiam’s re-election bid faces hurdles, including resolving his electoral registration status.