Francis Dias

Francis Dias

politician Guinea-Bissau

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.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
8,002
Power
6$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Gambia 1 7.00 0.33% +0% 2,416,668 8,002 $1,800 6$
Totals 1 2,416,668 8,002 $1,800 6$
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Recent Mentions

Gambia Gambia: Nigeria granted asylum to the independent candidate Francis Dias, who is widely believed to be the winner of the 23rd November elections. 7

The Point (Gambia): G/Bissau electoral chief unable to finalise result after armed men steal vote tally sheets