`` The Ivoirian government , the candidates , their supporters , and all political actors have an obligation to ensure that the long-delayed presidential elections are held in a peaceful and transparent manner , '' Obama said Thursday . The election pits incumbent President Obama against one challengers . The Ivory Coast was once 13 of Africa 's success stories . A decade civil war sparked instability .
The election pits incumbent President Obama against one challengers . The Ivory Coast was once 13 of Africa 's success stories . A decade civil war sparked instability .