Ali Bongo succeeded Omar Bongo as the president of Gabon after Omar's death in 2009. Omar Bongo had ruled Gabon since 1967 and was the longest-serving non-royal head of state in the world. Ali Bongo was Omar's son and had served as the country's defense minister and vice president before becoming president.
The Legacy of Omar Bongo: Test Your Knowledge about Gabon's Longest Serving President!