Vridi-Ako Case: Village Lawyer Calls for Dialogue on Abidjan Port Expansion

Me Pierre-Olivier Sur, the lawyer representing the chief of Vridi-Ako, called for dialogue on the expansion of Abidjan’s port during a press conference at the Sofitel Abidjan Hôtel Ivoire. He emphasized the importance of listening to local populations and considering the history of the territory, which was reduced from 1,864 hectares in 1970 to 433 hectares in 2016. The village, with nearly 30,000 residents, is concerned about the impact of port expansion but acknowledges the need for economic development.