Guinean Prime Minister Mamadou Oury Bah has confirmed that his government will not resign following the adoption of the country’s new Constitution, despite the victory of the “Yes” vote.
The Prime Minister’s announcement came on Wednesday, in the wake of provisional results from the September 21 constitutional referendum, which showed the “Yes” vote winning with 89.38%.
The referendum, which saw a turnout of 86.42%, officially paved the way for a new Constitution. The key provisions include a seven-year presidential term, renewable once, the creation of a Senate, and the possibility for General Mamadi Doumbouya to run in the next presidential election. The results have been forwarded to the Supreme Court for final validation.
Prime Minister Bah called the high turnout a sign of “real legitimacy” for the new Constitution. He congratulated the Guinean people for their “maturity” during the process, noting the absence of major incidents. Addressing speculation about his government’s future, Bah stated, “No article in this current constitution states that the government must resign.” He emphasized his focus on stability and continuity in public service.
While the Prime Minister left the door open for future changes at the discretion of the President, he maintained that the adoption of the Constitution paves the way for the next stages of the transition, including presidential, legislative, and municipal elections. He also reached out to citizens who voted “No,” stating, “your voice also counts,” and that “dialogue and reconciliation will remain at the heart of the government’s actions.”
Source:APA News
