Patrice Trovoada
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Patrice Emery Trovoada (born 18 March 1962 in Libreville, Gabon) is a São Toméan politician. He served as the country's foreign minister from September 2001 to 4 February 2002.[1] He was also oil adviser to President Fradique de Menezes until Menezes fired him in May 2005, alleging that Trovoada had used his position to advance his business interests.[2]
Trovoada, son of former President (1991-2001) Miguel Trovoada, is secretary-general of the Independent Democratic Action (ADI) party.[3]
Trovoada ran for president in the July 2006 presidential election, but was defeated by incumbent president Menezes. Trovoada was the only major opposition candidate and he received 38.82% of the vote.[4]
Trovoada was named after Patrice Emery Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of Congo (Léopoldville).
[edit] References
- ^ Rulers.org, September 2001 and February 2002.
- ^ "Oil minister resigns as controversy dogs award of second offshore block", IRIN, May 18, 2005.
- ^ "De Menezes looks set for second term", AFP, August 1, 2006.
- ^ Elections in São Tomé and Príncipe, African Elections Database.
| Preceded by Joaquim Rafael Branco |
Foreign Minister of São Tomé and Príncipe 2001–2002 |
Succeeded by Mateus Meira Rita |
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