President Umaro Sissoco Embalo has announced his candidacy for re-election in the presidential elections of Guinea-Bissau, scheduled for November 30. Previous statements suggested he would not run again, making this announcement surprising to his supporters, who are now rallying to support his bid.
Umaro Sissoco Embalo, the President of Guinea-Bissau, has declared his intention to run for reelection in the upcoming presidential election scheduled for November 30. This announcement was made public through local media sources on Tuesday.
In his announcement, President Embalo confidently stated, “I will be a candidate, without a doubt, and I will win in the first round.” His declaration marks a significant change, especially since he previously indicated on September 11, 2024, that he would not seek a second term. This surprising shift has led his supporters to form an initiative group backing his candidacy.
Embalo became President after winning the previous presidential election in December 2019, which required a second-round vote to secure his victory.
President Umaro Sissoco Embalo’s recent announcement for re-election signifies a pivotal moment in Guinea-Bissau’s political landscape. His previous statements had led many to believe he would not run again, making this decision unexpected. The enthusiasm of his supporters to back his candidacy reflects their continued faith in his leadership as the country approaches the elections.
Original Source: al24news.com
