The leader of the military junta in Gabon, Gen Brice Oligui Nguema, is scheduled to take the oath of office as the interim president of the nation.
The army ousted President Ali Bongo on Wednesday shortly after he was declared the winner of a disputed election.
Supporters of the military regime in Gabon are expected to attend Gen Nguema’s inauguration.
While the atmosphere in the country remains calm, security measures have been heightened.
Interestingly, Gen Nguema is reported to be the cousin of the deposed President Ali Bongo, raising questions about whether this signifies a true end to the 55-year-long Bongo era.
Gen Nguema has emphasized that he will not hastily transition the country back to civilian rule, aiming to avoid repeating past errors.
However, the opposition has voiced concerns that the military is displaying no intention of relinquishing power.
Gabon becomes the sixth Francophone country in the last three years to come under military rule, highlighting challenges for former colonial power France in maintaining its influence on the continent.