Equatorial Guinea’s government has resigned after falling significantly short of its performance targets, prompting a major political shake-up in the oil-rich Central African nation. Vice-President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue announced that Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua had submitted the resignation of the entire cabinet after the administration reportedly achieved less than 10 percent of its objectives.
According to the vice-president, the decision reflects the principle that public officials must be held accountable for results. While specific targets were not disclosed, the ruling Democratic Party of Equatorial Guinea stated that President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo was dissatisfied with the government’s performance, citing corruption, misuse of state resources, and delays in implementing key development projects.
The president also criticized the outgoing administration for failing to diversify the country’s economy, particularly in the agricultural sector. Authorities had hoped to reduce dependence on imports by boosting local production, but progress remained limited despite repeated government pledges.
Equatorial Guinea remains heavily reliant on oil and gas revenues, which account for the bulk of its exports and national income. However, declining oil production and weaker global demand have placed increasing pressure on the economy, exposing the risks of over dependence on the petroleum sector.
President Obiang, who has ruled the country since 1979 and is widely regarded as the world’s longest-serving head of state, is expected to appoint a new government in the coming days. The leadership transition comes as many citizens continue to face poverty despite the nation’s vast oil wealth, raising questions about governance, economic reform, and the future direction of the country.
