Mamady Doumbouya was officially sworn in as president of the Republic of Guinea for a seven-year term on Saturday, marking the end of a four-year military transition period.
Thousands gathered at the General Lansana Conte Stadium in Guinea's capital, Conakry, to witness a historic moment for the West African country.
Doumbouya's inauguration follows his election to the highest office with 86.72 percent of the votes cast.
"We have a head of state who is determined to unite the sons and daughters of this nation around a single vision: to see a united Guinea, a prosperous Guinea, a Guinea that evolves with transparency," said Rose Pola Pricemou, Guinean Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Digital Economy.
"We accept the President's offer of reconciliation and call on the Guinean people to work for our country's stability, accept the offer and seek Guinea's best interests. Guinea is ours," said Abdoulaye Kourouma, a member of the Rally for Renaissance and Development party.
The vote on Dec 28, 2025 was the first since Doumbouya deposed the then-president, Alpha Conde, in 2021. It came months after the country adopted a new constitution through a nationwide referendum.
The constitution lifted restrictions on military leaders running for office and extended the presidential term from five to seven years, clearing the way for Doumbouya's candidacy.
After taking the oath, Doumbouya reaffirmed his commitment to respect the constitution, pledging to govern with integrity, justice and responsibility. He also said that his mandate will include greater involvement of women and young people in the country's development.
His supporters believe the country should get behind his progamme for government.
"In the coming years, we want to see our country become an emerging, prosperous and united nation," said Moussa Fofana, a Guinean citizen.
"I congratulate President Mahdi Doumbouya; he truly deserves these honors. I've witnessed how Guinea has changed under his leadership," said Aminata Sylla, a Guinean citizen.
"As a Guinean people, we must support President Doumbouya for the next seven years, because he has a vision, he has a program," said Kelety Doumbouya, a Guinean Citizen.
Guinea is among several West and Central African countries that experienced military coups in the past six years. With Doumbouya's inauguration, Guinea completes its transition back to civilian rule.
Mamady Doumbouya sworn in as president of Guinea
