Laurent Gbagbo, the prominent president of the Parti des Peuples Africains-Côte d’Ivoire (PPA-CI), recently presided over the closing ceremony of his party’s inaugural congress. This pivotal event, which unfolded in Abidjan on May 15, 2026, marked a significant moment for the PPA-CI as it outlined its strategic direction for the political landscape of Côte d’Ivoire. The gathering underscored Gbagbo’s enduring influence and his ongoing efforts to solidify the party’s presence and objectives within the nation’s political arena.