Koffi Martin Odoh proposes a reform of administrative liability in French-speaking Africa

Koffi Martin Odoh, a researcher at Nantes Université, defended his thesis on reforming administrative liability in Africa, spotlighting the specific characteristics of Benin, Senegal, and Togo. This research reveals critical issues for the protection of citizens' rights and the effectiveness of public action in a context of jurisdictional duality.

Koffi Martin Odoh's thesis addresses administrative liability in French-speaking Africa, highlighting the challenges linked to jurisdictional duality. By examining the legal systems of Benin, Senegal, and Togo, Odoh reveals an identity specific to administrative liability, shaped by the French model but confronted with questions of autonomy amid the growing influence of private law.

Odoh proposes reforms, notably that of full administrative litigation jurisdiction, to safeguard the distinct nature of administrative law. Case law is identified as a central driver of this evolution, rationalizing the applicable principles. Although precise figures are not available, the qualitative analysis of legal systems reveals gaps that need to be closed to strengthen the effectiveness of administrative liability.

The implications of this research are significant for decision-makers and investors. Reforming administrative liability law represents an investment opportunity in a market undergoing transformation. Private-sector actors are encouraged to develop innovative solutions to meet citizens' needs while accounting for the risks tied to regulatory uncertainty.

« "Reforming full administrative litigation jurisdiction is essential to ensuring that administrative law retains its distinct character in the face of influences from private law," says Koffi Martin Odoh. »

« "Koffi Martin Odoh's research opens up prospects for decision-makers and investors, underscoring the importance of a reform tailored to the realities faced by citizens," notes the Lektaris team. »