President Akufo-Addo and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Heads of State have denounced the coup d’état conducted in Guinea on Sunday, September 5, 2021, and have called for a quick restoration to constitutional government.
In a statement signed by President Akufo-Addo, who is also the bloc’s Chair, ECOWAS demanded the immediate and unconditional release of President Alpha Condé and those detained.
“ECOWAS notes with great concern the recent political developments which have occurred in Conakry, capital of the Republic of Guinea. ECOWAS condemns unreservedly the attempted coup of Sunday, September 5, 2021. ECOWAS demands respect for the physical safety of the President of the Republic, Professor Alpha Condé, and his immediate and unconditional release, as well as that of all arrested persons. ECOWAS also demands a return to constitutional order on pain of sanctions.”
“ECOWAS reaffirms its objection to any unconstitutional political change. We ask the Guinean defense and security forces to remain in a constitutional posture, and express our solidarity with the Guinean people and their government, “it added.
On Sunday, September 5, 2021, soldiers headed by the commander of Guinea’s special forces seized control of the country’s capital after approximately two hours of gun battle.
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