Guinea-Bissau’s President Arrested As Military Announces Takeover
Guinea-Bissau’s President, Umaro Embalo, has confirmed that he was arrested on Wednesday while inside the presidential palace.
The President was reportedly arrested alongside the Chief of Staff, General Biague Na Ntan; Deputy Chief of Staff, General Mamadou Traore; and Interior Minister, Botche Cande.
Embalo said no force was used against him during what he described as a ‘coup d’etat,’ which he claimed was led by the Army Chief of Staff.
Gunfire was reportedly heard at the headquarters of the National Electoral Commission and in surrounding areas.
Meanwhile, Military authorities in Guinea-Bissau on Wednesday declared that they had assumed full control of the country, announcing the suspension of all electoral activities and an immediate closure of national borders.
The development comes just three days after the nation conducted its legislative and presidential elections.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
