Guinea Decides Tomorrow as ECOWAS Intensifies Support for Credible Presidential Election. By Raymond Enoch
With Guinea set to go to the polls on Sunday, 28th December 2025, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has intensified its engagement to support a transparent, peaceful and credible presidential election, as regional and international observers complete final consultations ahead of voting.
The Head of the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission (EOM) in Guinea, Dr Abdoulie Janneh, has continued a series of high-level meetings aimed at taking stock of preparations and reinforcing confidence in the electoral process. On Friday, 26 December, Dr Janneh met with His Excellency Dansa Kourouma, President of the National Transition Council (CNT), Guinea’s legislative authority, as well as representatives of civil society.
During discussions with the CNT leadership, Dr Janneh underscored the centrality of transparent, free and credible elections, stressing that public trust in the process remains vital for the acceptance of results by all competing candidates. He noted that an inclusive and credible vote would play a decisive role in safeguarding social peace and long-term political stability in the country.
Also on Saturday, 27th December, the eve of the election, the ECOWAS Mission Chief held a strategic coordination meeting with heads of other international election observation missions, including those of the African Union, the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), the Mano River Union, as well as the Group of Ambassadors of ECOWAS Member States accredited to Guinea.
The meeting focused on harmonising observation efforts and reinforcing collective support for a peaceful and orderly electoral process.
ECOWAS’ intensified engagement on the ground reflects the regional bloc’s commitment to accompanying Guinea at this critical juncture, as the country seeks to consolidate democratic norms and ensure a credible outcome acceptable to all stakeholders.
As Guineans prepare to cast their ballots, regional and international partners say they will remain vigilant and supportive throughout the electoral process, in line with their shared commitment to democracy and stability in West Africa.
