Ivory Coast President Secures 4th Term in Election Without Top Opponents
The New York Times • 10/28/2025 • Last cited 10/28/2025
Summary
President Alassane Ouattara secured a fourth term in the Ivory Coast election with 89.77 percent of the vote, according to The New York Times. However, the election faced criticism for being flawed due to the barring of two main challengers from running.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
79 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 79 days - proven survivor
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