A delegation of six parliamentarians from Nzérékoré, led by Honorable Louopou Lamah, commenced a proximity tour on September 19, 2026. The mission aims to express gratitude to voters for the confidence placed in them during the May 31, 2026 legislative elections and to collect concerns from the local population. The tour was planned by Lamah, who heads the National Assembly's Public Service, Employment, Social Affairs, and Religious Affairs Committee.
The parliamentary delegation, which includes Honorable Tokpa Jean Kolié, Honorable Pépé Francis Haba, and others, met with administrative, customary, and religious authorities. They visited the Nzérékoré Governorate's Cabinet Chief, Mr. Etienne Sandouno, and the Prefect, Colonel Etienne Tounkara. The parliamentarians outlined their tour's objectives and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining permanent contact with various social groups to effectively relay concerns to the National Assembly.
The delegation then met with customary authorities at the Nzérékoré Patriarchate and the Regional Bureau of the Alliance of Evangelical Churches and Missions of Guinea (AEMEG). They also engaged with Islamic League officials at the Nzérékoré Grand Mosque and the Vicar General at the Nzérékoré Archdiocese. Everywhere, the parliamentarians were welcomed and praised for their initiative, which was seen as a first for elected officials to return to their base after election to thank and listen to the population.
The parliamentarians were received at the Youth House by the Presidents of the 22 neighborhoods of the Urban Commune, coordinated by the Communal Delegate of Women. Honorable Louopou Lamah expressed her gratitude for the mobilization and outlined the tour's dual objectives. She emphasized the role of deputies in voting laws, controlling government action, and evaluating public policies, stressing that they are the voice, eyes, and ears of the people in the National Assembly.
Lamah highlighted the crucial role of women and young people in the nation's socio-economic growth and development. She noted that the government's program, led by Prime Minister Amadou Oury BAH, and the SIMANDOU 2040 development program initiated by President Mamadi DOUMBOUYA, offer opportunities for everyone to contribute to the realization of major projects. Lamah expressed deep gratitude to the Head of State for dedicating his term to women and young people.
The final stage of the day took the parliamentarians to the Regional Chamber of Commerce, where they met with operators who presented their expectations and difficulties. Lamah concluded that the tour had been positive, stating that the joint effort of the six deputies sends a strong signal to the population that synergy will take precedence over isolated actions. The mission aims to continue this proximity approach to maintain dialogue with Nzérékoré's population.
The parliamentary mission, led by Honorable Louopou Lamah, intends to pursue this approach to maintain dialogue with Nzérékoré's populations. According to Paul Foromo SAKOUVOGUI, Regional Correspondent of Africaguinee.com, the tour demonstrates the parliamentarians' commitment to serving as a bridge between the people and the National Assembly. The delegation's efforts reflect a broader aim to foster collaboration and address the concerns of Guinean citizens.
Key points
- The Guinean parliamentarians' tour aims to thank voters and gather concerns from the local population.
- The delegation met with various authorities, including administrative, customary, and religious leaders.
- The tour reflects a commitment to maintaining permanent contact with social groups and effectively relaying concerns to the National Assembly.
