Guinea-Bissau held a referendum over the weekend on proposed constitutional changes that would strengthen presidential powers, ahead of elections intended to restore civilian rule. However, the process has been surrounded by controversy and opposition criticism.

The opposition argues that the proposed changes had already been approved and published in the Official Gazette before voters were allowed to have their say. It also objects to the fact that the referendum was drafted by the transitional government without prior consultation with political parties and other stakeholders.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Independent political analyst, Jean Donald Taladzi.