The army in Guinea-Bissau announced on Friday that it had foiled an attempt to “subvert the constitutional order” and detained several senior military officers allegedly involved in the plot.In a statement, the Armed Forces said the arrests were made after uncovering plans to destabilize the country just a day before the official start of campaigning for the upcoming general elections.
While the military did not disclose the identities or exact number of those arrested, it assured citizens that the situation was under control and that investigations were ongoing to determine the full extent of the plot.Guinea-Bissau has a long history of political instability, marked by coups, attempted takeovers, and military interference in governance.
The latest development has heightened tensions as the West African nation prepares for a closely watched election seen as crucial to restoring lasting stability.Authorities have urged calm and called on citizens to remain peaceful as security forces maintain heightened vigilance across the country.