Umaro Sissoco Embaló Arrives in Brazzaville After Military Coup in Guinea-Bissau!

Umaro Sissoco Embaló Arrives in Brazzaville After Military Coup in Guinea-Bissau!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Ousted Guinea‑Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló has reportedly landed in Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of the Congo, following a military takeover in his home country. [1]

What Happened

• On November 26, 2025, the armed forces in Guinea‑Bissau declared they had seized control of the country — just one day before provisional election results were due to be announced — deposed Embaló and suspended the electoral process. [2]
• The military formed a new leadership body, the “High Military Command for the Restoration of Security and Public Order,” appointing Horta Inta‑A Na Man as transitional head of state. [3]
• Embaló was reportedly flown out initially to Senegal, then later relocated to Brazzaville, arriving there by private jet on Saturday morning. [1] The Significance
• Embaló’s relocation to Brazzaville adds an international dimension to the unfolding crisis, involving neighbouring countries as safe havens and potentially influencing diplomatic negotiations.
• The coup and ouster of a sitting president reignite concerns over political stability, democratic governance and repeat histories of instability in Guinea‑Bissau. [4]
• The arrival also may complicate potential efforts to restore constitutional order — as regional bodies weigh in on legitimacy, exile, and possible mediation. What to Watch
• Official position and response from the Republic of the Congo regarding Embaló’s presence in Brazzaville.
• Reaction from regional bodies such as ECOWAS and African Union, including possible sanctions or calls for constitutional restoration. [5]
• Developments on the ground in Guinea‑Bissau — whether the military maintains control, reinstates elections, or faces internal pushback from political or civil society actors.

Citations:

1. Punch Newspapers: punchng.com/ousted-guinea-bissau-president-arrives-in-brazzaville/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Reuters: www.reuters.com/world/sustained-gunfire-near-guinea-bissau-election-commission-building-witnesses-say-2025-11-26/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. Wikipedia: pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golpe_de_Estado_na_Guin%C3%A9-Bissau_em_2025?utm_source=chatgpt.com
4. The Guardian: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/26/guinea-bissau-officers-take-total-control-close-borders-amid-election-chaos?utm_source=chatgpt.com
5. AP News: apnews.com/article/4b9c1c983ec563534cab435436f2ebad?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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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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