THE African Bar Association (AfBA), the foremost Continental Association of Lawyers in Africa has lend its voice to Political Actors in Republic of Togo to adhere to due process and the Rule of Law in their transition programme.
Douglas Ogbankwa Esq., the Director of Strategic Communications of the African Bar Association (AfBA) released to the Press the full Statement of the President of the African Bar Association-Hannibal Uwaifo Esq., on this subject which states thus :
Press Statement On Development In The Republic Of Togo, West Africa
The African Bar Association has been following with deep concern the recent
developments in the Republic of Togo.
While we recognize that the developments are in a State of flux and
unfolding, it is the position of the Association that the Government of
Togo and all Political actors must abide strictly by the Rule of Law,
Constitutionalism and refrain from acts that could have destabilizing
consequences for the well-being of the People and the stability of
Togo.
The African Bar Association recalls the recent case of the Republic of Senegal
where we offered similar advice and the useful path ultimately pursued by
the immediate past Government of President Macky Sall which
resulted in the conduct of free, transparent and credible Elections
resulting in a Peaceful transition of Power in the best tradition.
The African Bar Association is confident that the Government of Togo and all
those responsible for its Governance and Political stability will put the
interest of the People of Togo above everything else, stick to existing
Constitutional arrangements and refrain from hurriedly contrived
reforms that could lead to conflicts and instability, thereby reversing
the democratic gains that the Country has made.
The African Bar Association calls on ECOWAS, the AU and well-meaning Members of the International Community to provide
necessary support to the Republic of Togo aimed at ensuring that the
Rule of Law and timelines for Democratic Elections are complied with
for the stability of the sub-region.
