The High Authority for Good Governance (Habg) in Côte d'Ivoire has initiated a special mission to facilitate asset declarations in the Tchologo region. On September 21, 2026, the Habg team, led by Dago Djiriga Désiré, director of asset declaration processing, arrived at the Ferkessédougou prefecture to begin the mission. This initiative aims to bring the institution closer to individuals in remote regions, making it easier for them to comply with asset declaration laws.
The mission, which will last for two days, provides technical assistance to individuals required to declare their assets. According to Dago Djiriga Désiré, the mission was dispatched under the instruction of Habg President Zoro Bi Ballo Épiphane. The goal is to facilitate the declaration process, reducing the need for individuals to travel to Abidjan. Tapé Laba, secretary-general of the Ferkessédougou prefecture, welcomed the initiative, highlighting its significance for the local population.
Asset declarations are a constitutional obligation in Côte d'Ivoire. Public officials are required to declare their assets at the beginning and end of their tenure or mandate, within specified timeframes. Dago Djiriga Désiré emphasized that failure to declare assets may result in warnings, followed by judicial proceedings. He encouraged those required to declare their assets to take advantage of the mission, assuring them of the confidentiality of the process.
Mah Nangué Maxime, head of the Ferkessédougou tax office, was among those who took part in the asset declaration process. He praised the Habg initiative, describing it as a civic duty. Maxime encouraged his colleagues to participate, highlighting the simplicity of the process and the confidentiality guaranteed by the Habg.
The first day of the mission saw a significant turnout of individuals required to declare their assets. The Habg team will continue with the exercise in Ferkessédougou on September 22, 2026. The mission will then proceed to Korhogo in the Poro region from September 24 to 26, and finally to Boundiali in the Bagoué region on September 29 and 30.
The Habg's special mission aims to enhance compliance with asset declaration laws in remote regions. By providing technical assistance and facilitating the declaration process, the institution seeks to promote transparency and accountability. The mission's success will be measured by the level of participation and the impact on asset declaration rates in the regions visited.
The initiative has been well-received by local authorities and individuals required to declare their assets. The Habg's effort to engage with the public and provide support has been praised, with many expressing hope for the continuation of such initiatives in the future. The mission's outcome will likely influence future strategies for asset declaration and compliance in Côte d'Ivoire.
Key points
- The Habg's special mission aims to facilitate asset declarations in remote regions of Côte d'Ivoire.
- Asset declarations are a constitutional obligation for public officials in Côte d'Ivoire.
- The mission will visit three regions: Tchologo, Poro, and Bagoué.
