The Digest:
The Federal Government has confirmed that former President Goodluck Jonathan is safe in Guinea-Bissau and is making arrangements for his secure return following the military coup. As West Africa navigates another turbulent political transition, Nigeria moves to protect its statesman caught in a foreign crisis.
Key Points:
- Former President Goodluck Jonathan is confirmed safe but stranded in Guinea-Bissau.
- A senior government source said a multinational task force is ensuring his security.
- Jonathan was part of a 36-member AU/ECOWAS election observer mission.
- Nigeria has condemned the coup and called for a return to constitutional order.
- The military seized power days after a disputed presidential election.
- President Umaro Embaló and opponent Fernando Dias both claimed victory.
- Nigerian personnel are on the ground as part of the security detail.
Sources: Vanguard
