Charles Konan Banny
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Charles Konan Banny (born 11 November 1942) was Prime Minister of Côte d'Ivoire from 7 December 2005 until 29 March 2007.
Banny's selection to replace Seydou Diarra as transitional prime minister was announced on 5 December 2005. He had previously been governor of the Central Bank of West African States. His term was expected to end in October 2006, when national elections were to be held; however, elections were not held by the deadline, and the term of President Laurent Gbagbo was extended for another year, with Banny's powers increased during that period.
Because of his selection as prime minister, Banny was barred from running for the office of President of Côte d'Ivoire. Following a peace deal in March 2007, New Forces leader Guillaume Soro was appointed prime minister at the end of the month, replacing Banny.
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| Preceded by Seydou Diarra |
Prime Minister of Côte d'Ivoire 2005–2007 |
Succeeded by Guillaume Soro |
