The Guinean Bar Association and Civil society organizations are demanding an independent investigation to determine the true cause of death of General Sadiba Coulibaly, the former Chief of Staff of the Guinean Army, who passed away on Saturday.
These organizations have expressed concerns about the autopsy conducted by the military tribunal.
Previously, the military tribunal had sentenced General Coulibaly to five years in prison for desertion, illegal possession of weapons, and endangering state security.
The civil society groups believe there are unclear aspects in the autopsy that need re-examination to clarify any doubts surrounding his death.
The call for an independent investigation is gaining momentum, with several prominent human rights organizations joining the demand.
They argue that an impartial inquiry is crucial to ensure transparency and accountability, given General Coulibaly’s high-profile status and the serious charges previously leveled against him.
In response, the Guinean government has assured the public that it will review the requests and consider the possibility of an independent investigation.
However, there are concerns about potential resistance from military officials, who may be reluctant to reopen the case.
Legal and Governance expert projected, the outcome of this situation could have implications for the credibility of the Guinean judicial system and its handling of cases involving high-ranking officials.