ADCI Condemns PDCI Spokesman Over Health Remarks On Assalé Tiémoko
The political movement Aujourd’hui et demain, la Côte d’Ivoire expressed deep astonishment on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, over recent statements made by Soumaïla Bredoumy, the spokesperson for the PDCI-RDA, regarding the health of Tiassalé mayor Assalé Tiémoko, Agence de Presse Africaine reported.
ADCI Condemns Ironic Remarks About Assalé Tiémoko
The controversy began during a Tuesday press conference when the PDCI-RDA spokesperson addressed a cardiac incident suffered by Assalé Tiémoko in April 2026. That medical emergency occurred while Tiémoko was undergoing an audition at the police prefecture in Abidjan.
In an official statement, the ADCI condemned remarks it characterized as ironic and contemptuous regarding its leader’s health. The movement stated that the references appeared to rely on statements falsely attributed to Assalé Tiémoko concerning Tidjane Thiam, the president of the PDCI-RDA.
Denial of Alleged Remarks and Calls for Political Restraint
The ADCI clarified that Tiémoko never made the comments in the terms attributed to him by Soumaïla Bredoumy, adding that the remarks were taken out of context. The political formation insisted that human health issues belong to the private sphere and demand restraint rather than derision.
The movement recalled its consistent defense of mutual respect across television platforms, regardless of political divides. At a time requiring national cohesion, the ADCI urged Soumaïla Bredoumy to measure the weight of his words.
ADCI Calls for Respectful Ideological Debate
The leadership of the ADCI emphasized that the role of spokesperson for a major party requires discernment, particularly because both political formations share fundamental common struggles, including the defense of democracy and the rule of law.
Guided by its ethical charter, the ADCI reaffirmed its commitment to vigorous ideological debate that remains strictly respectful of individuals. The movement views this approach as essential for safeguarding the future and political stability of Côte d’Ivoire.