Ghana condemns Guinea Bissau coup demands restoration of constitutional government
The government of Ghana has issued a strong condemnation of the military takeover in Guinea-Bissau describing it as a clear violation of democratic principles and constitutional order. The coup occurred shortly after elections in the country, halting the democratic process and placing institutions under military control.
In a public statement Ghana demanded the immediate restoration of constitutional rule and urged all involved parties to respect the will of the people. The government emphasized that electoral disputes should be resolved through lawful and peaceful mechanisms rather than force.
Accra also called for protection of civilians foreign nationals and observers present in Guinea-Bissau. There is concern that instability may lead to violence against non-combatants disruption of essential services and general humanitarian crisis.
The statement reaffirmed Ghana’s support for regional bodies committed to preserving democratic governance including ECOWAS and the African Union. Ghana encouraged coordinated diplomatic efforts to pressure the coup leaders and restore legitimate government and civil authority.
Political analysts said Ghana’s stance may influence other West African nations facing similar threats and could motivate stronger collective action against unconstitutional power grabs. Civil society groups praised Ghana’s firm position and commended its commitment to democratic values regional stability and peaceful conflict resolution.
International observers say swift diplomatic intervention and transparent dialogue are needed to prevent further escalation. They warned that continued foreign recognition of military rule could undermine democratic norms across the region. For now Ghana’s message is clear. Constitutional rule democracy and civilian governance must be restored without delay. The coming days are critical for diplomacy regional coordination and the future of constitutional order in Guinea-Bissau.
