BREAKING: Nigerian Government Condemns Guinea-Bissau Coup, Demands Immediate Release of Arrested President!

BREAKING: Nigerian Government Condemns Guinea-Bissau Coup, Demands Immediate Release of Arrested President!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The Federal Government of Nigeria has strongly condemned the recent military coup in Guinea-Bissau and is calling for the immediate and unconditional release of the country’s detained President, Umaro Sissoco Embaló.

“Nigeria stands firmly against any unconstitutional change of government in West Africa,” said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in an official statement Thursday.

Key Highlights:

• The Nigerian government described the coup as a “direct threat to regional stability and democratic order.”
• Nigeria urged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to take swift diplomatic action.
• It reaffirmed its commitment to upholding democracy and constitutional governance across the continent.

Why It Matters:

• Nigeria is a key regional power and has led several ECOWAS interventions against coups in West Africa.
• The condemnation comes amid rising military takeovers in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, raising fears of wider instability.
• The Nigerian government’s stance aligns with international efforts to restore democratic order in Guinea-Bissau.

What to Watch:

Whether ECOWAS will consider sanctions or deploy envoys to mediate the crisis.

• The response of Guinea-Bissau’s military junta to regional and global pressure.
• Nigeria’s possible role in coordinating multilateral efforts to restore civilian rule.

Citations:

1. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria
2. Channels TV
3. ECOWAS Commission Official Updates

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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