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Nigerian Embassy Grants Asylum To Guinea-Bissau Opposition Candidate After Military Coup

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The Nigerian embassy in Guinea-Bissau has provided asylum to opposition presidential candidate Fernando Dias da Costa after threats were made against his life. This follows a military coup in the Portuguese-speaking West African nation last Wednesday, just days after the presidential elections. Both President Umaro Embaló and da Costa had declared victory ahead of the official results. Nigeria expressed serious concern over the coup and called for an immediate restoration of constitutional order. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it would work with partners to ensure a “swift return” to normalcy. In a letter dated November 30 to ECOWAS Commission President Omar Touray, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirmed that President Bola Tinubu had approved protection for da Costa at the Nigerian embassy. The letter also requested that the ECOWAS Stabilization Support Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB) provide security for him while on embassy premises. Alkasim Abdulkadir, Tuggar’s special assistant on media and communications, verified the letter and said Nigeria’s decision reflects its sovereign duty and commitment to regional peace, stability, and democratic governance. “Acting to reduce tensions, Nigeria used its lawful discretion to prevent further unrest and promote social cohesion in Guinea-Bissau and across West Africa,” Abdulkadir said, emphasizing that the intervention aligns with ECOWAS principles and Nigeria’s role as a regional stabilizer. Following the coup, ECOWAS convened an emergency virtual summit of heads of state, suspending Guinea-Bissau from the bloc until constitutional order is fully restored.

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Goodluck Jonathan Trapped In Guinea-Bissau Following Military Coup

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Former President Goodluck Jonathan is stranded in Guinea-Bissau after a military coup disrupted the country’s elections on Wednesday. Jonathan, who leads the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) election observer mission, arrived in the country ahead of the November 23, 2025 presidential and parliamentary polls. Hundreds of foreign observers, like him, are now unable to leave as the military takes control. A group of officers calling themselves the “High Military Command for the Restoration of Order” announced they had seized “total control” of the country. They ordered an immediate suspension of the electoral process, closed all land, air, and sea borders, and imposed an overnight curfew. President Umaro Sissoco Embalo confirmed to France24 that he had been deposed and was “currently at the general staff headquarters.” Domingos Simoes Pereira, head of the main opposition PAIGC party, has also been arrested. Reports indicate the military is attempting to cut off internet access in the country. The coup was led by Denis N’Canha, the former head of the presidential guard, raising concerns over the security breach that led to Embalo’s detention. Upon arrival in Bissau, Jonathan posted, “We arrived in Bissau this evening as members of the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) Election Mission ahead of Guinea Bissau’s presidential and parliamentary polls. We wish the people of Guinea Bissau a peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections.” During the elections, he shared updates about WAEF’s visits to polling stations and expressed hopes for a smooth voting process. His last post from Guinea-Bissau showed him offering condolences to the family of the late former First Lady, Mrs. Isolina Da Fonseca Nhamajo, along with photos from the visit.

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Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló Detained in Apparent Military Coup After Disputed Elections

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Guinea-Bissau’s President Umaro Sissoco Embaló was arrested by the country’s armed forces on Wednesday in what appears to be a military coup, just three days after contentious presidential elections. Reports said heavy gunfire erupted around the presidential palace in Bissau shortly after 1:00 p.m. local time (GMT), as soldiers stormed the palace, overpowered the presidential guard, and took Embaló into custody. In a brief phone interview with French-language outlet Jeune Afrique after his arrest, Embaló confirmed: “I have been arrested by the army. I am currently detained at the palace.” His exact location remains under military control, and the armed forces have not issued any official statement. The coup follows Sunday’s presidential and legislative elections, in which both Embaló and main opposition candidate Fernando Dias da Costa claimed victory before results were announced. The elections had been fraught with tension after the Supreme Court barred several major opposition parties, including the historic PAIGC, prompting accusations of an “institutional coup.” Guinea-Bissau, a small West African nation with a history of political instability, has experienced at least ten successful or attempted coups since gaining independence in 1974. Embaló, a former army general, has largely ruled by decree since dissolving parliament in December 2023. As of Wednesday evening, neither the military nor regional bodies such as ECOWAS and the African Union had issued statements. Sporadic gunfire has been reported across several neighborhoods, and official election results, originally set for Thursday, November 27, have yet to be released.

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UNESCO Adds 26 New Sites to World Heritage List

UNESCO Adds 26 New Sites to World Heritage List

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UNESCO has announced the addition of 26 new sites to its prestigious World Heritage List, recognizing locations of exceptional cultural, historical, and natural value. The newly inscribed sites span across continents, from ancient ruins in Turkey to biodiversity hotspots in Africa and sacred landscapes in Australia. In Turkey, the ruins of Sardis and the Lydian Tumuli of Bin Tepe—remnants of a powerful Iron Age civilization—were added to the list. The site includes a historic settlement, cemetery, and ancient temples. In Africa, several key locations earned recognition: In Brazil, the Peruaçu River Canyon was recognized for its dramatic landscapes, extensive cave systems, and more than 2,000 plant and animal species. Australia’s Murujuga Cultural Landscape, featuring ancient rock formations and spiritual heritage sites of the Ngarda-Ngarli people, was also inscribed for its cultural and spiritual significance. UNESCO’s list also grew with several Asian sites, highlighting the continent’s rich cultural and natural diversity.

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