Guinean Prime Minister Bah Oury has launched a major national initiative that is already causing much discussion. Arriving in N'Zérékoré, capital of the forest region, on February 4, 2025, accompanied by a large government delegation, he is inaugurating a month-long immersion program across the country.
This approach, which follows the head of state's directives, officially aims to bring central administration closer to local realities. The government intends to directly inquire about citizens' concerns and evaluate the impact of public policies on the ground. In this context, the Minister of Territorial Administration and Decentralization confirmed that N'Zérékoré is only the first step in a journey that will cover all Guinean regions.
However, this government initiative has sparked mixed reactions within the political class. Dr. Edouard Zotoumou Kpogomou, an important political figure, sees it as a pre-campaign maneuver intended to compensate for what he describes as the government's "bitter failures." He particularly criticizes the choice of N'Zérékoré as a starting point, considering this timing inappropriate following the recent tragedy at the city's stadium.
In contrast, Dr. Ben Youssouf Keita, president of the Alliance for Change and Progress (ACP), defends the initiative. He highlights the positive results of previous government immersions, particularly citing progress on the Simandou project and efforts in the fight against corruption. According to him, these visits help strengthen cohesion within the government team.
This immersion, scheduled to last until March 2025, appears to be a crucial moment for the Bah Oury administration, as the country goes through a period of significant political and social transformation.
