The Ntoum Provincial Court of Accounts in Gabon's Estuaire province has marked the beginning of its 2026-2027 judicial year with a ceremony that saw the installation of five new magistrates and auditors. The event, which took place on October 29, 2026, was attended by administrative, military, and judicial authorities. The ceremony was presided over by Augustine Marthe Mboundji Nzingou, president of the court.
The new appointees include two counselors, Brice Viney Nzue Allogo and Crépin Moupoudza Moumbogno, two senior auditors, Aboro Ndong (Mvome Edzeba) and Linda Esther Mayembat, and auditor Fabiana Yaya Yaga (Koukoury). Their installation is expected to bolster the court's capacity to oversee public finances and ensure accountability. The court's president and the prosecutor general emphasized the importance of integrity, impartiality, and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
In his address, Prosecutor General Nkoulou Ondo Hilarion Carly urged the new appointees to uphold the highest standards of integrity, impartiality, and exemplariness in their work. He stressed that the legitimacy of magistrates stems from their oath of office, as stipulated in the Organic Law No. 040/2023. Carly reminded them that rigor and exemplariness should guide their actions as they carry out their missions.
President Augustine Marthe Mboundji Nzingou highlighted the critical role of the court in monitoring public finances and managing public funds rigorously. She called on the staff to adhere strictly to the rules of ethics, deontology, and professional discipline. The judicial year opening ceremony is part of a series of solemn hearings organized by Gabon's courts to recall the expectations related to the public service of justice.
The ceremony also featured a family photo with the judicial body and local civil authorities. The Ntoum Provincial Court of Accounts' judicial year opening reflects the ongoing efforts of Gabon's judiciary to ensure accountability and transparency in the management of public resources. The court's activities are closely watched by the public and stakeholders.
The installation of new magistrates and auditors is seen as a positive step towards enhancing the court's effectiveness in its oversight role. The court's focus on integrity and accountability aligns with the broader efforts of Gabon's government to promote good governance and transparency. Further details on the court's plans for the new judicial year are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to upholding the principles of justice and accountability in Gabon. The Ntoum Provincial Court of Accounts is poised to play a critical role in promoting transparency and good governance in the country's public sector.
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- The Ntoum Provincial Court of Accounts has installed five new magistrates and auditors to strengthen its oversight of public finances.
