A dramatic military coup erupted in Guinea-Bissau, toppling President Umaro Sissoco Embalo just days after contested elections, as the military claimed to act against a supposed plot to rig the vote.
General Horta Nta Na Man was swiftly installed as the transitional president, signaling a forceful military takeover amid ongoing political turmoil.
The coup has caused widespread international outrage, with organizations like the United Nations and ECOWAS condemning the military’s actions and calling for a return to constitutional order.
Following the takeover, President Embalo fled to Senegal for safety, emphasizing the precarious state of political leaders in the region.
The military's assertion of control included suspending the electoral process and imposing curfews, deepening fears of instability in a nation plagued by repeated coups over the decades.
The situation in Guinea-Bissau mirrors a troubling trend in West Africa, where military interventions are increasingly seen as a response to electoral disputes and governance challenges.

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