Gabon’s Football Federation Election Candidate Raises Concerns Over Electoral Process. Libreville, Gabon — 9 March 2026 (AGP) – The candidate for the presidency of the Gabonese Football Federation (Fégafoot), Dr. Axel Nguema Edou, expressed concerns regarding the electoral calendar during a press conference on Monday, according to the Gabonese Press Agency.
The candidate highlighted that the official timeline for the submission of candidacies is set from March 9 to March 18, 2026. Dr. Nguema Edou regretted the late officialization of the electoral calendar, which he said complicates the process of compiling candidature documents.
Officials commented on the matter.
Furthermore, the former vice — president of the National Association of Professional Footballers of Gabon (ANFPG) raised concerns about the acquisition of endorsements. “
The geographical and sociological reality of our country makes this task particularly arduous within the ten working days allocated.
It is physically impossible to complete a full tour in such a short time, “he explained.
Dr. Nguema Edou emphasized the importance of respecting football actors by providing them with adequate time to collectively envision the future of Gabonese football. He proposed to the electoral commission measures aimed at ensuring fairness and transparency, including the immediate publication of the official list of Congress members, extending the candidature submission deadline by at least twenty-five days, and establishing clear standards for endorsements.
According to local reports, the candidate’s concerns have been brought to the attention of the electoral commission. No official response has been issued at this time.
The upcoming elections for the presidency of Fégafoot are expected to be closely watched by football enthusiasts and stakeholders in Gabon.
The process’s transparency and fairness will likely be a key focus of attention. Further details are expected as the electoral process unfolds.
