Robert Guei

ModernGeneralCote dIvoire1941 — ?

Ivorian military ruler killed during civil war.

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Quick Facts

Born

1941

Country

Cote dIvoire

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)26

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score37.8

Robert Guei — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Led the 1999 Coup d'EtatPolitical Action◆ Major

General Robert Guei led a military coup on December 24, 1999, overthrowing President Henri Konan Bedie. Guei cited corruption and political instability as reasons, becoming the first military ruler of Cote d'Ivoire since independence.

CoupMilitary RuleCote d'Ivoire

Impact: nationaldestructive

2000 AD

Presidential Election and ControversyPolitical Action◆ Major

Guei organized a presidential election in October 2000. When early results showed opposition candidate Laurent Gbagbo leading, Guei attempted to annul the vote and declare himself winner. Mass protests forced him to flee, and Gbagbo assumed power.

ElectionFraudCote d'Ivoire

Impact: nationaldestructive

2002 AD

Killed During Civil WarWar◆ Major

During the 2002 Ivorian Civil War, Guei was killed on September 19, 2002, in Abidjan. His death occurred amid a failed coup attempt against President Gbagbo. The circumstances remain disputed, with some reports suggesting he was executed by government forces.

Civil WarDeathCote d'Ivoire

Impact: nationaltragic