The attack ends nearly two weeks of respite which had eased pressure on fuel supplies in Bamako, where service stations had begun to recover
The junta criticized past transitions for focusing solely on rapid elections, a misguided choice described as “the panacea” for deep-rooted political problems.
It lamented that both national and international resources had been squandered over the years, while essential reforms were neglected by political actors and foreign partners.
Referring to events surrounding the latest electoral dispute, the military command said tensions had escalated to a point where the country risked “an ethnic civil war,” leaving the Armed Forces with “no choice” but to intervene and seize power.
National Transition Council Created
As part of the restructuring, the ACM announced the creation of a National Transition Council. This body will coordinate political actions during the transition, prepare key governance instruments, and oversee the activities of the transitional authorities.
All powers and responsibilities of the new council are defined in the Transitional Political Charter, which has now been formally adopted and made public.
The ACM maintained that the measures are aimed at ensuring a responsible transition that will lay the groundwork for lasting political stability and institutional reforms in Guinea-Bissau.
One of the most prominent features is General Mamadi Doumbouya wearing a T-shirt and cap emblazoned with the name of his movement
Gambiaj.com – (BISSAU, Guinea-Bissau) – The United Nations representative for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Simão, has confirmed that
Ekane, who had initially backed Maurice Kamto before openly rallying behind Tchiroma Bakary, became a central figure in the opposition
He expressed hope that the crisis would be resolved “peacefully between the parties” and reaffirmed Cape Verde’s readiness to support dialogue
While the government includes technocrats and figures known for administrative competence, the most sensitive ministries have been entrusted
In a statement, the CNE condemned the remarks, calling them “a vain attempt to manipulate national and international public opinion.
He dismissed the notion that political stability would be a challenge in the next five years, asserting, “Guinea-Bissau has already achieved political stability
Some Gambians who lived through the early years of Yahya Jammeh, warn that Guinea-Bissau may be witnessing the birth of a similarly dangerous apparatus.
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