Gabon\u2019s military leader Gen Brice Oligui Nguema has said he is giving up his salary as president and will only receive a wage as commander of the republican guard.<\/p>\n
He became the interim president following the overthrow of President Ali Bongo in August.<\/p>\n
Wednesday night’s announcement was made by the junta spokesperson, who said Gen Nguema took the decision because he was “aware of the social emergencies and many expectations of the Gabonese people”.<\/p>\n
\u201cEach day that passes allows the [junta] to become more aware of the general state of deterioration of the country and of public finances in particular,\u201d Col Ulrich Manfoumbi said.<\/p>\n
Deposed President Bongo\u2019s 14-year rule was marred by allegations of corruption and other financial scandals, with the junta saying the country\u2019s finances are \u201cvictim of a real criminal fury\u201d.<\/p>\n
Apart from renouncing his salary as president, Gen Nguema also decided to reduce public spending by slashing the allowances for lawmakers, eliminating political funds and cutting session allowances. The presidency said this would consolidate the state\u2019s funds.<\/p>\n
The latest move has been seen as an attempt to restore the Gabonese people\u2019s confidence in the country\u2019s leadership.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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