The elections in Gabon are about to take place in a context of controversy. While the election campaign is in full swing, audio recordings have been released on the Internet implicating two of the main political opponents. These recordings purport to reveal strategic discussions, alliances, outside support and community interests. However, the opposition coalition denies these accusations and denounces an infamous use of Artificial Intelligence.
The broadcasting of these recordings was initiated by the public channel Gabon Première, which presented them as conversations between Albert Ondo Ossa, candidate of the Alternance 2023 platform, and Alexandre Barro Chambrier, leader of the RPM party and member of the coalition. These conversations address topics such as electoral strategy, alliances abroad and the need for mobilization of Gabonese.
The power in place reacted immediately by condemning these recordings. Gabon’s Minister of Youth and Sports called the remarks “mind-boggling” and denounced a threat to national unity. For his part, the presidential spokesman spoke of a chilling recording and accused opponents of fomenting a popular uprising.
However, the opposition coalition reacted strongly by denouncing a shameful manipulation and claiming that these recordings were in fact montages made thanks to the infamous use of Artificial Intelligence. Alternance 2023 clearly expressed its refusal to resort to violence or forceful blows and asked the prosecutor to initiate proceedings.
This controversy in the middle of the electoral campaign in Gabon raises many questions about the credibility of the recordings and the impact they could have on the results of the elections. It is crucial to carry out a transparent and thorough investigation to determine the authenticity of these recordings and to protect the integrity of the electoral process.
In conclusion, the broadcast of audio recordings implicating political opponents in Gabon has sparked controversy in the midst of the electoral campaign. The opposition coalition categorically denies the accusations and denounces an infamous use of Artificial Intelligence