In Côte d’Ivoire, opposition leader Tidjane Thiam has strongly denounced the arrest of several young leaders from his party, the PDCI-RDA, calling it a violation of democratic rights.
Speaking on Thursday, Thiam urged authorities to release the detained youth immediately, warning that such actions threaten civil liberties and political freedoms.
The arrests come at a tense time as the nation heads toward its October presidential election, raising concerns over political repression.
Thiam’s statement adds pressure on the government to uphold democratic norms and ensure an open, fair electoral environment.
