Gabon military government appoints former opposition leader as interim PM

Former opposition leader Raymond Ndong Sima appointed interim PM by Gabon's military government. He was a critic of ousted President Ali Bongo.
General Brice Oligui Nguema, who led the coup, was sworn in as interim president on Monday. He has promised free elections but no timeframe given.
Bongo dynasty ruled Gabon for over 50 years. Coup prompted celebration in capital as people sought change.
Regional bloc ECCAS suspended Gabon but sent envoy who met with Nguema. UN also offered assistance for transition.
Bongo, who was under house arrest after coup, is now free and can travel abroad per military government statement.

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