A day after deposing Guinea-Bissau’s president, the country’s military authorities have installed his close ally, General Horta Inta-a, as the new transitional leader, marking a dramatic shift in the nation’s political landscape.
The sudden development follows heightened tensions within the government and a swift takeover that caught regional observers by surprise. Soldiers loyal to the command chain announced the removal of the president in a televised broadcast on Tuesday night, citing governance failures and national security concerns.
General Inta-a, long regarded as a trusted confidant within the administration’s inner circle, was ushered in after a closed-door meeting with senior military chiefs. In his brief inaugural address, he promised to “restore stability, protect national institutions, and guide the country toward an orderly transition.”
International reactions have begun trickling in, with ECOWAS and the African Union expressing concern over yet another military intervention in the region. Diplomatic sources say consultations are ongoing to determine an appropriate response.
Meanwhile, the streets of Bissau remain tense but calm, with residents cautiously navigating the uncertainty that often accompanies abrupt political change.
Gen. Inta-a is expected to announce his transitional cabinet and timeline for elections in the coming days.
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