20.09.2026, Côte d’Ivoire-AIP/ Death of former Minister Abdoulaye Koné: Alassane Ouattara pays tribute to a great servant of the State.

September 20, 2026

Political

Friday, September 20, 2026 (APF)- The President of the Republic, U.S. Chief Executive Officer, has been a member rethinking the history of the world.

In a statement issued on that occasion, the Head of State expressed his deep sadness at the announcement of the death of the one whom he presented as his “older”, welcoming the memory of a “great servant of the State”, man of experience and conviction.

According to Mr. Ouattara, Abdoulaye Koné has made an important contribution to the economic and social development of Côte d’Ivoire during his long career.

Under the chairmanship of Félix Houphouët-Boigny, the former minister worked to consolidate the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU), he said.

President Ouattara also noted the role of Abdoulaye Koné in his own professional career, affirming that he had been a “real source of inspiration” and “unfailing support” during his duties at the Central Bank of West African States (ECOWAS).

On this painful occasion, the Head of State extended his condolences to the deceased’s wife, children, family and relatives.

(AIP)

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