Guinea opposition leader backs coup against Alpha Condé
Guinea’s main opposition leader has welcomed Sunday’s ousting of President Alpha Condé calling it an opportunity for a new beginning for the country.
Cellou Dalein Diallo said the army had made “a historic act that completes the fight” started by pro-democracy groups.
He urged the army to ensure there was national reconciliation.
The UN, African Union, and regional body Ecowas have condemned the coup saying that constitutional order should be restored.
They have also called for the release of President Condé who was last seen on Sunday surrounded by the army’s special forces.
The coup leader Col Mamady Doumbouya told reporters on Monday that the ousted leader was in their custody and was safe.
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