Francis Dias

Francis Dias is an independent political candidate in Guinea-Bissau, who gained prominence after the recent elections held on November 23, 2025. Following the military coup that occurred just a day before the announcement of the election results, Dias has been granted asylum in Nigeria amid widespread unrest and international calls for a return to constitutional order. He is widely believed to be the winner of the elections, and his situation highlights the ongoing political instability in Guinea-Bissau, a country grappling with numerous challenges, including its reputation as a major transit point for the global drug trade.