Guinea’s Junta Shifts Handover Date
It appears Guinea’s military junta is reneging on its promise to return the country to democratic rule at the end of 2024. Prime Minister Mamadou Oury Bah, appointed last month, has told the nation that the return to civilian rule will now begin in 2025. He cited the need for more time to hold a national census and preparation of an electoral list. Faya Millimono, leader of the opposition Liberal Bloc Party, says the national reception is divided between those who support the extension and those who are against. He tells VOA’s James Butty, he supports the delay because Guineans need more time to build strong institutions before holding an election.
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