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Military Coup Rocks Guinea-Bissau

A New Era of Instability in West Africa?

In the aftermath of a sudden and unexpected military coup, Guinea-Bissau’s government has been toppled, and a new era of uncertainty has descended upon the country. Led by General Injai, the Military Command has taken responsibility for the takeover, vowing to restore stability and order.

Key Players in the Coup

The Armed Forces General Staff has announced that Major General Mamadu Ture, Deputy Chief of Staff; Lieutenant Colonel Daba Naualna, Spokesperson for the Military Command; and General Augusto Mario Co, former Army Chief of Staff, are among the key players involved in the coup.

  • Major General Mamadu Ture: A veteran military officer who has served in various roles within the Armed Forces.
  • Lieutenant Colonel Daba Naualna: Spokesperson for the Military Command and a key figure in the plot to overthrow the government. He was listed as a key player in the coup by the United Nations on May 18, 2012.
  • General Augusto Mario Co: Former Army Chief of Staff and President of the National Defence Institute. He was also listed as a key figure in the coup by the UN.

International Reaction

The UK government has imposed sanctions on all three men, freezing their assets and banning them from traveling to the country. The move is seen as an attempt to pressure the new military leaders into restoring democracy and stability in Guinea-Bissau.

  • HM Treasury Statement: “These individuals have been designated due to their involvement in the coup d’état of 12 April 2012, which undermined the democratic process in Guinea-Bissau. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and take further action as necessary.”

The African Union and the Economic Community of West African States have also called for calm and restraint, urging the military leaders to restore democratic rule as soon as possible.

A State of Uncertainty

For now, Guinea-Bissau remains in a state of uncertainty, with the fate of its government and people hanging in the balance. The coup has sent shockwaves through West Africa, with many countries expressing concern over the stability of the region.