Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
The House of Representatives has begged the federal government to use its diplomatic efforts to ensure the safe return of former President Goodluck Jonathan, who is trapped in Guinea-Bissau, following a coup in the West African country.
Recall that Jonathan, alongside other African leaders, was on a joint mission of the African Union (AU), the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and the West African Elders Forum, who were in Guinea-Bissau to monitor the presidential election held last week.
The House has also urged the Federal Government to rescue Nigerians who are also trapped in Guinea-Bissau.
The passionate appeal was made during plenary 24 hours after the military takeover in the country.
The development comes after the head of the presidential military office, General Denis N’Canha, told members of the press that a command “composed of all branches of the armed forces, was taking over the leadership of the country until further notice” on Wednesday.
Guinea-Bissau’s electoral process has been put on hold by the officers, with its borders closed.