Speaking on natioanl radio and television, Laurent Gbago has declared that
the wishes of the people of Cote d'Ivoire have been carried out by
recognising the results of the election of 22nd October, at the insistence
of the people.  He has re-installed the Chairman and members of the National
Electoral Commission  dismissed yesterday by Guei with the mandate to
proceed with the finalisation of the vote tally for ratification by the
Supreme Court.  He congratulated and expressed his gratitude to the
Commission for being steadfast in carrying out their constitutional duties
with impartiality. Following the finalisation of the vote count and
ratification, Gbagbo is expected to take the oath of office in the next day
or two.  His only significant pronouncement was the need to re-visit the
Constitution which has been one of the source of friction and disunity
amongst Ivorians.  He has also promised to form a Government of National
Unity to help heel the deep wound inflicted on the population of Cote
d'Ivoire over the years.  Afterall, light may be at the end of the tunnel
for this beautiful country full of great promise.
Sidi Sanneh
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