The Digest:
The Economic Community of West African States has suspended Guinea-Bissau from all decision-making bodies following Wednesday’s military takeover, marking another rupture in the region’s fragile democratic landscape. The move came during an emergency virtual summit where regional leaders condemned the coup and demanded the immediate release of detained President Umaro Embalo.
Key Points:
- ECOWAS suspended Guinea-Bissau until the constitutional order is restored.
- The Mediation and Security Council announced the decision after an emergency virtual summit.
- Soldiers seized power on Wednesday, halting the announcement of election results.
- President Umaro Embalo was removed and is believed to be in detention.
- ECOWAS leaders condemned the coup and demanded Embalo’s unconditional release.
- The suspension affects Guinea-Bissau’s participation in all regional decision-making.
- This is the latest in a series of political disruptions in West Africa.
Sources: Premium Times
