The Supreme Court of Chad has finalized the 20-year prison sentence for Succès Masra, former Prime Minister and leader of the Transformers party, following the rejection of his appeal this week.
On Thursday, the highest judicial body in the country upheld the verdict delivered on August 9, 2025, which found Masra and over 70 co-defendants guilty of charges including racist and xenophobic messaging, criminal association, and complicity in murder related to the Mandakao massacre.
Legal battle concludes for former government leader
The defense team, led by Kadjilembaye Francis, argued vigorously during the appeal process, but the Supreme Court maintained its earlier ruling without modification. With no further domestic appeals possible, Masra’s sentence is now definitive unless a presidential pardon is granted. The decision marks the conclusion of a prolonged judicial saga that has gripped the nation’s political landscape.
Supporters and party members of the Transformers have condemned the ruling as politically motivated and unjust. Legal experts note that any remaining options for Masra involve pursuing justice through regional or international courts, though such avenues remain complex and uncertain.
