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Military officials in Guinea-Bissau have reopened the nation's borders just 24 hours after taking control and disrupting the electoral process in this coup-prone West African country.
General Lansana Mansali, the Inspector General of the Armed Forces, has reversed the closure of all land, air, and sea entry points that was enacted on Wednesday.
“All borders are now open,” he stated.
According to DAILY POST, military authorities in Guinea-Bissau announced the suspension of all electoral activities and the immediate closure of national borders on Wednesday.
This announcement followed intense gunfire near the presidential palace earlier that day, as armed men in military uniforms took control of the main road leading to the building.
General Denis N’Canha, head of the presidential military office, addressed reporters on Thursday, stating that a command composed of all branches of the armed forces would assume leadership of the country until further notice.
N’Canha revealed that he had discovered a plan to destabilize the nation, which involved national drug lords and included efforts to introduce weapons into the country to disrupt the constitutional order.
Why were the borders of Guinea-Bissau closed?
The borders were closed as part of a military announcement following a coup that disrupted the electoral process in the country.
What actions did the military take in Guinea-Bissau?
The military seized control of the government, suspended electoral activities, and closed all borders.
Who is leading the military command in Guinea-Bissau?
General Denis N’Canha is leading the military command that has taken over the country's leadership.
What was uncovered by General N’Canha?
General N’Canha uncovered a plan involving national drug lords to destabilize the country, which included the introduction of weapons to disrupt the constitutional order.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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