Guinea’s ruling military junta plans to hold a constitutional referendum and elections by the end of 2025 to restore civilian rule. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah highlighted the need to finalize the Constitution and electoral roll. Proposed amendments will include presidential term limits and eligibility rules for junta members.
The military junta in Guinea has officially announced plans to conduct a constitutional referendum along with presidential and legislative elections by the end of 2025, hinting at a prospective shift back to civilian governance following four years of military rule. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah has asserted the importance of restoring constitutional order, despite the absence of specific dates for the upcoming elections.
The timeline for transitioning to civilian rule, initially anticipated for 2024, has been postponed due to various challenges, including difficulties in finalizing the new Constitution and compiling the electoral roll. Bah has recognized that these obstacles may undermine the electoral process. The proposed constitutional amendments are expected to introduce presidential term limits and clarify eligibility criteria for current junta members, potentially allowing them to participate in the elections.
In conclusion, Guinea’s ruling junta aims to transition back to civilian governance with a proposed constitutional referendum and elections scheduled for 2025. Although initial plans targeted 2024 for this transition, various hurdles necessitated a revision of this timeline. The proposed constitutional amendments are intended to enhance the electoral process and address the participation of the junta in upcoming elections.
Original Source: constitutionnet.org
