Guinea’s Coup Leader Wins Election After Barring Leading Opponents

General Mamady Doumbouya claims overwhelming victory amid accusations of suppression

General Mamady Doumbouya, who seized power in Guinea more than four years ago, was declared the winner of the presidential election with more than 80 percent of the vote, according to the results released by the state‑run electoral commission he created.

The commission, National Independent Election Authority (NIEA), announced the figures on Tuesday, confirming Doumbouya’s dominance across all regions. International observers and opposition parties, however, have questioned the credibility of the process.

Leading contenders were barred from running, citing alleged irregularities and security concerns. Critics argue that the exclusion of these candidates effectively guaranteed the incumbent’s triumph.

Human rights groups warned that the election took place in an atmosphere of intimidation, with reports of media censorship and the detention of activists. Doumbouya dismissed the accusations, stating that the vote reflected the “will of the Guinean people” and that the nation was moving toward stability.

The result has drawn condemnation from the European Union and the African Union, both of which have called for an independent review of the electoral process. The Guinean government, however, has rejected any external interference, insisting that the outcome is final.