Statement on false information concerning Mr Hervé Patrick Opiangah

The businessman and former minister of Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema is still wanted by the judicial police, his disappearance giving free rein to wild rumours.

Gabon : L’ex-ministre Hervé Patrick Opiangah Introuvable

Hervé Patrick Opiangah, ancien ministre des Mines, est introuvable depuis qu’il a été convoqué par la police judiciaire. Même ses avocats affirment ignorer où il [...]

Libreville, Gabon — The U.S. Embassy in Gabon has been informed of the spread of false information alleging that Mr. Hervé Patrick Opiangah is being hosted at the U.S. Embassy. We unequivocally state that these rumours are false. The United States has a formal process for individuals to seek refuge or asylum, a process that does not include physical accommodation in our embassies. We remain strongly committed to human rights, civil liberties, an…