Is Henri Konan Bédié A-List?
No — Henri Konan Bédié is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1993
Ascends to the Presidency
Lost A-list status in 1999
Dropped to B tier — Ousted in Military Coup
Ranking Timeline
President of National Assembly
Became President of the National Assembly, a powerful position.
Ascends to the Presidency
Became President of Côte d'Ivoire after Houphouët-Boigny's death.
Ousted in Military Coup
Overthrown in a military coup, ending his presidency.
Returns to Ivorian Politics
Continues to lead the PDCI–RDA party in opposition.
Unsuccessful Presidential Run
Ran for president again but was ultimately unsuccessful.
Death and Political Legacy
Bédié dies, leaving behind a complex political legacy.
Legacy as Former President
Remembered as a key figure in Ivorian politics, but his impact is debated.
Last updated: February 25, 2026