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Nigeria condemns coup in Guinea-Bissau
The government of Nigeria has strongly condemned the military takeover in Guinea-Bissau following a November 26 coup announced by army officers. The seizure of power came just before the release of presidential election results â a move widely denounced as a blatant violation of democratic norms.
Safe evacuation of Goodluck Jonathan
Goodluck Ebele Jonathan â former President of Nigeria â who was in Guinea-Bissau leading a West African election observation mission, has been safely evacuated. He departed on a special flight along with his delegation shortly after the coup announcement.
Return to Abuja confirmed
Jonathan landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Thursday evening, where government officials and supporters welcomed him. His safe return was confirmed by the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Nigeria calls for swift restoration of constitutional order
In its statement, Nigeria emphasized solidarity with the people of Guinea-Bissau and demanded the immediate restoration of constitutional governance. The government urged the release of detained election officials and warned that those responsible for the coup may be held accountable.
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