Critics argue that his success is due to restrictions on democratic activities, including a “disproportionate” ban on election-related protests. Ouattara’s biggest challenger, former Credit Suisse chief executive Tidjane Thiam, has been excluded due to French nationality, which is not permitted under Ivorian law. The four opposition candidates are heading up “makeshift coalitions” and are divided among themselves.
–Reuters–
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