Lee White criticises Gabon's election practices
Former minister Lee White, now active in Scottish politics, described Gabonese elections as requiring 'dancing to get elected'.
Former Gabon minister Pr Lee White stated on Facebook on October 31 that Gabonese elections require "dancing to get elected." White, who was Gabon's Minister of Water and Forests from 2019 to 2023 and a former PDG party candidate, made the comment while campaigning in Scotland.
White, who became a Gabonese citizen in 2008 and previously directed the National Parks Agency, is now involved in a new political venture in Scotland. He had previously run as a candidate for the PDG in July 2023 for a departmental councilor seat in Lopé. Following the August 30, 2023 coup, he was investigated for alleged public fund embezzlement and other charges.
Lee White left Gabon on October 7, 2023, for medical reasons with the new authorities' consent. He expressed a desire to return to Gabon as a scientist in February 2024. He has not yet appeared before Gabonese justice regarding the accusations.
Why it mattersGabon's political practices are being publicly critiqued by a former minister who is now pursuing a political career abroad.