Summary
An ECOWAS delegation visited Guinea-Bissau to talk with the military leaders who took power after a disputed election. The group aims to restore constitutional order in the country. The military has restricted protests and discussions continue between the military and transitional authorities.
Key Facts
- ECOWAS is pushing for a complete return to constitutional rule in Guinea-Bissau.
- The military took over after a presidential election with no results released, and both candidates claimed victory.
- Guinea-Bissau's former president Umaro Sissoco Embalo fled to Congo after the takeover.
- The military announced General Horta Inta-A as head of a transition government for one year.
- Nigeria extended protection to opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa due to threats against him.
- The main opposition party's headquarters in the capital was reportedly raided by armed groups.
- ECOWAS has suspended Guinea-Bissau from all its decision-making bodies.
- The United Nations has condemned the military takeover and urged for a return to democratic governance.
