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Who are the faces at the top of the military command?

Auteur: Ivoirematin

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Qui sont les visages au sommet du commandement militaire ?

The organization of the Armed Forces of Côte d'Ivoire (FACI) is based on a rigorous hierarchy and a clearly defined chain of command. From the Presidency of the Republic to the heads of specialized units, here is an overview of those who ensure the security of Ivorian territory.

The Executive: Senior Management

At the top of the pyramid, the President of the Republic holds the position of Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. For the implementation of national defense policy, he relies directly on the Minister of State, Minister of Defense .

The Operational Command

The conduct of operations and the administration of forces are ensured by the General Staff of the Armed Forces:

  1. Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces (CEMGA): Lieutenant General Lassina Doumbia (in office since 2019).
  2. Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces (CEMGAA): Major General Dem Aly Justin .

The Heads of the Major Components (Land, Air, Sea)

Under the authority of the Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces (CEMGA), the various branches of the army are led by experienced senior officers:

Army Title Current Commander
Army CEMAT Brigadier General Chérif Ousmane
French Navy CEMMAR Vice Admiral N'Guessan Kouamé Célestin
Air Force CEMAIR Air Division General Koffi N'Guessan Alfred

Specialized Commands and Training

In addition to the three main components, the FACI includes essential strategic units and training centers:

  1. Special Forces (COMFS): Brigadier General Tibé Bi Lopoua Toussaint .
  2. Schools and Training Centers (CECF): Brigadier General Traoré Zanan Hamed .
  3. Units Attached to the General Staff (CUREMGA): Colonel-Major Koné Gaoussou .
Auteur: Ivoirematin
Publié le: Dimanche 21 Décembre 2025

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