Confusion as Gunfire Erupts in Guinea’s Capital. Conakry, Guinea — Sustained gunfire was reported in Guinea’s capital, Conakry, on Tuesday, February 10, causing widespread panic and confusion across the city.
According to Reuters, several rounds were fired near the central prison in Conakry, alarming residents in nearby neighborhoods.
The source of the gunfire and the circumstances that led to it were not immediately clear.
As of the time of reporting, there had been no official communication from local authorities. Witnesses described seeing military pickup trucks, armed security forces, and an armoured vehicle equipped with a machine gun deployed around the central administrative district.
Guinea, a significant producer of bauxite and iron ore, has held an election on December 28, where President Mamady Doumbouya reportedly won by a landslide.
Doumbouya first came to power following a military coup in September 2021. Guinea’s history of political instability and coups has raised concerns among the international community.
The country has experienced several military coups since gaining independence from France in 1958, with the most recent coup occurring in 2008, leading to military rule until a brief period of civilian rule in 2010. Regional officials confirmed the incident, and the government has not yet commented on the circumstances. Independent observers are calling for a calm response and an immediate investigation into the incident.
Further details are expected to emerge as the situation develops.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
