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Assalé Tiémoko released after extensive questioning in Abidjan
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Assalé Tiémoko, the new mayor of Tiassalé, Ivorian journalist, and former deputy and president of the Côte d’Ivoire de Demain ADCI party, was released from the Abidjan police headquarters in the early hours of Thursday, April 23, 2026. His release followed more than 15 hours of questioning, which began on Wednesday morning at 10:10 AM. Mr. Tiémoko was not immediately taken into custody or charged. His lawyers stated that the interrogations focused on four accusations: disturbing public order, incitement to revolt, discrediting state institutions, and spreading false news. A source close to the matter confirmed that Mr. Assalé Tiémoko has returned home and, at this stage, no charges have been filed against him. The case has been transferred to the judicial authorities, and the Public Prosecutor will decide whether to open a judicial investigation after reviewing the interrogation report. Assalé Tiémoko is a prominent media figure in Côte d'Ivoire, known for his strong opinions.
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