Opposition Rally Against Guinea's Political Turmoil

Guinea's opposition leader urges 'direct resistance' against President Mamady Doumbouya following the dissolution of 40 political parties. Doumbouya, a former special forces commander, seized power in 2021 and secured a seven-year presidency. Legislative elections are set for May in the bauxite and iron ore-rich nation.

In Guinea, political tensions are rising as the country's main opposition leader calls for a 'direct resistance' against the current government. This follows a significant move by President Mamady Doumbouya to dissolve 40 political parties, a decision that has sparked controversy and protests.

Doumbouya, who seized power in 2021 and secured a seven-year presidential term, faces criticism for consolidating his position at the expense of political diversity. The Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization issued a decree to shut down party offices and ban their emblems, citing failure to meet legal mandates.

Opposition leader Cellou Dalein Diallo, speaking from exile, declared the government's actions as a declaration of war on democratic forces. Diallo's rallying cry for resistance highlights the country's checkered history with political unrest, as legislative elections loom in May.

(With inputs from agencies.)