Ahoua Don Mello heard by the PPA-CI disciplinary council after his independent candidacy

On April 8, 2026, Ahoua Don Mello, a historical figure of the Ivorian left, is heard by the PPA-CI disciplinary council in Abidjan. This hearing follows his independent candidacy for the October 2025 presidential election, viewed as disobedience towards Laurent Gbagbo. Don Mello, who criticizes the current direction of the party, was removed from his position as executive vice president in July 2025. He advocates for an active electoral strategy, opposing a potential boycott of the elections.