Nigerian lawmakers urge deployment of diplomacy to secure Jonathan’s return from Guinea-Bissau
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Summary: The resolution, adopted unanimously, came amid rising instability in the country, where Guinea- Bissau’s military seized power, toppled President Umaro Embaló, suspended the electoral process and imposed a curfew after attacking the electoral commission.
The House of Representatives on Thursday asked the federal government to intensify diplomatic efforts to secure the safe return of former President Goodluck Jonathan, who is currently trapped in Guinea-Bissau following a military coup in the West African nation.
The resolution followed a motion moved by the House Leader, Julius Ihonvbere, during plenary.
The Nigerian government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, had earlier condemned the coup, in which a group of army officers seized power, describi
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