Idriss Firmin Ngari
Idriss Firmin Ngari, known as 'le général tonnerre', was a prominent Gabonese politician and military leader who served in various high-ranking positions, including as Minister of Defense and Chief of Staff of the Gabonese Armed Forces. He was a key figure in the ruling Parti Démocratique Gabonais (PDG) under President Omar Bongo and was influential in Gabon's political landscape for decades. Ngari founded the Football Canon 105, a first division football club, and held multiple ministerial roles throughout his career. He passed away on May 27, 2025, after a prolonged illness, marking the end of an era for many in Gabon.
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Idriss Firmin Ngari was also honored for his impact on society.
Assemblée nationale : Clôture de la session des Lois sur fonds de bilan des activités | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2025-07-01
General Idriss Firmin Ngari was posthumously elevated to the dignity of Grand-Croix in the Order of the Black Panther.
Oligui Nguema rend hommage au général Ngari, figure emblématique du Gabon | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2025-06-13
Idriss Ngari was a prominent Gabonese politician and influential figure in the former ruling party, the Gabonese Democratic Party (PDG), who passed away at the age of 79.
Gabon : Idriss Ngari, «le général tonnerre» range définitivement son arme | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2025-05-27
