During a plenary session held at the Palais Léon Mba on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, a significant institutional milestone was confirmed: the convening of the Parliament in Congress on June 15. Michel Régis Onanga M. Ndiaye, the President of the National Assembly, highlighted this constitutional deadline while addressing the Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault.
This gathering of the National Assembly and the Senate is far more than a routine procedure. It serves as the official platform for President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, the Head of State and Government, to deliver his State of the Nation address. This event is a pillar of the Gabonese legal framework, ensuring the executive branch remains connected to the legislative body.
The supreme law of the land dictates that the President maintains communication with both parliamentary chambers through messages or by speaking directly before a joint session. As stipulated in the constitution, these presidential communications are delivered without subsequent debate, marking a moment of solemn national assessment.
Legislative priorities ahead of the deadline
The announcement of the June 15 date has triggered a race against time for lawmakers. The Speaker of the National Assembly has called on the government to expedite pending legislative matters. The objective is to finalize all active files before the current parliamentary session concludes.
Several critical issues remain on the agenda, including the restructuring of La Poste S.A. and the proposed ban on the export of raw manganese. Additionally, social concerns such as the distribution of national identity cards are being prioritized. Members of Parliament are now working under pressure to align public policy and complete their reviews before the Head of State takes the floor for his major address.
