Ivory Coast Issues Arrest Warrant For Presidential Candidate Soro

Ivory Coast Issues Arrest Warrant For Presidential Candidate Soro

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Gillum Sorrow, a former rebel leader and Prime Minister of Ivory Coast, faced an arrest warrant accusing him of destabilizing the country and misusing public funds. His return to Ivory Coast was diverted to Ghana due to security concerns. Supporters gathered at his headquarters, leading to police intervention. Sorrow had been on a European tour to gain support for the upcoming presidential election. He has a complex relationship with current President Allison Watre, whom he helped into office in 2010. It's uncertain if Watre will seek a third term.

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Why was Gillum Sorrow's flight diverted to Ghana?

Due to mechanical issues

Because of security reasons

To refuel the aircraft

Due to bad weather

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What was the accusation against Gillum Sorrow?

Smuggling goods

Illegal immigration

Destabilizing the country and misusing public funds

Tax evasion

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What action did the police take against Sorrow's supporters?

Ignored them

Fired tear gas to disperse them

Arrested them

Negotiated with them

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What was the purpose of Sorrow's European tour?

To attend a conference

To gain support for the presidential election

To explore business opportunities

To visit family

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What is the nature of the relationship between Sorrow and President Allison Watre?

They are business partners

They are close allies

They have a complicated relationship

They are family members