The president of Guinea’s neighbour, Liberia, George Weah, is calling for the “immediate” release of President Alpha Condé by the military following Sunday’s coup.
A presidential statement quotes the president as calling on Guinea’s new military leaders to “adhere to the tenets of civilian rule and democracy”.
He reminded all concerned of the need for peace and security, adding that “violence and political instability in Guinea will have negative ramifications for the entire region”.
Mr Weah was due Monday to hold a meeting of the National Security Council “to discuss the evolving events in Guinea”, the statement said.
Many Liberians reacting to the military takeover in Guinea have used the situation to warn the president and the government to put their house in order.
