The legal case between El Zein Hassan and Longoni Giacomo Massimiliano Gorgio and Losito Giovanni Calogero has reached a new stage. In an official statement, Mr. Konfilè Marcel Hien , Judge of the Daloa Court of Appeal, summoned Mr. El Zein Hassan to a preliminary hearing scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.

An update on the procedure: The case preparation

Far from being a mere formality, the case management hearing is an essential component of the Ivorian judicial system. Under the direction of the investigating magistrate, this phase allows for:

1. Verify that the procedure is compliant .
2. Ensure that documents are filed and that submissions are exchanged between the parties.
3. Arbitrate the judicial calendar (setting dates, requesting additional information).

In short, Councillor Hien must ensure that the case is legally "ripe" before considering a debate on the merits.

A case shrouded in discretion

While the procedural framework is now clear, the core of the dispute remains confidential for the time being. The press release consulted does not specify the exact nature of the disagreement between El Zein Hassan and the two other parties.

This lack of detail regarding the respective grievances is creating a sense of anticipation among observers. The stakes—whether commercial, civil, or financial—will likely only be revealed during the next stages of the proceedings.

What impact will this have on the future?

Mr. El Zein Hassan's presence at the hearing on March 25 will be crucial. This hearing could either expedite the referral to a final judgment or impose further investigative measures if the magistrate believes that unanswered questions remain.

The outcome of this stage at the Court of Appeal of Daloa will undoubtedly mark a decisive turning point in the evolution of this case.