Rep. Manu Soro Withdraws from 2027 Election Race

Rep. Manu Soro, a member of the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire (PDCI) and former minister, announced on April 30 2024 that he is withdrawing from the presidential race he had planned to contest in the 2027 Ivorian election. He cited personal health concerns and a desire to focus on his legislative duties, urging his supporters to back a unified opposition candidate to challenge incumbent President Alassane Ouattara. Views Nigeria