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Togo: Opposition Front Appeals to Supreme Court Over Solidarity Day Ban

The Don’t Touch My Constitution Front (Front Touche Pas À Ma Constitution), a coalition of political parties and associations formed in response to constitutional changes in Togo, has taken its grievances to the Supreme Court. The group is challenging the government’s decision to prevent them from observing a planned “Day of Solidarity” in support of political detainees.

 

In a press release issued on November 21, 2024, the Front criticized the decision of the Minister of Territorial Administration, Decentralization, and Customary Chieftaincy, citing “violations of public freedoms” and “insufficient justification” for the ban. The group emphasized the humanitarian nature of the event and argued that past legal precedents support their cause.

 

“This appeal underscores our unwavering commitment to defending citizens’ fundamental rights and promoting democracy in Togo,” the Front stated.

 

The issue of political prisoners remains contentious in Togo. Opposition figures claim there are 92 political detainees in the country, while the government maintains there are none.

 

The Supreme Court’s decision will be pivotal in determining whether the group’s demands will be recognized. Observers are watching closely, as the ruling could set a significant precedent for civil liberties in Togo.

 

What happens next remains uncertain, but it will undoubtedly shape the ongoing debate on democracy and human rights in the country.

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