Moussa Thiégboro Camara (born December 31, 1968) is a Guinean military soldier. He has held key positions in the fight against drugs and organised crime in Guinea, including as Secretary of State to the Presidency of the Republic for Special Services, Anti-Drug and Major Banditry.
Although his role in the September 28, 2009 massacre in Conakry has damaged his image, Moussa Thiégboro Camara has established himself as a central security figure in Guinea, leading a fierce fight against criminal networks.
His career illustrates the security challenges the country has faced in recent years, raising questions and debates about its actions.
Introduction
Moussa Thiégboro Camara (born 31 December 1968 in Beyla, Guinea) is a Guinean military officer who has held key positions in the fight against drug and organised crime in his country. Its journey, shaded with shadows and lights, reflects the security challenges that Guinea has faced in recent years.
Education
Originally from Beyla, Moussa Thiégboro Camara studied in his native region before joining the Guinean army. His academic and military career enabled him to acquire the skills necessary to hold positions of responsibility in his country's security services.
Professional career
After ascending the ranks of the army, Moussa Thiégboro Camara was appointed Secretary of State at the Presidency of the Republic, in charge of special services, the fight against drugs and big banditism. In this role, he played a central role in the fight against illicit trafficking in Guinea.
Massacre of September 28, 2009
On September 28, 2009, a massacre took place at Conakry Stadium, killing many people. Moussa Thiégboro Camara, as a member of the National Council for Democracy and Development (CNDD), was held responsible for this violent repression. He has been included in the list of Guinean personalities subject to a ban on entry or transit through the territory of the European Union.
Minister
Under the presidencies of Sékouba Konaté and Alpha Condé, Moussa Thiégboro Camara held the position of director, then secretary general, of the National Agency responsible for the fight against drug trafficking, organized crime and terrorism in Guinea. In these functions, he led a fierce fight against criminal networks operating in the country.
Private life
In parallel with his professional career, Moussa Thiégboro Camara led a prosperous family life. Married and father of four children, he tries to reconcile his public responsibilities with his private life.
Conclusion
The journey of Moussa Thiégboro Camara illustrates the security challenges faced by Guinea in recent years. Although his role in the massacre of 28 September 2009 has damaged his image, he has succeeded in establishing himself as a central figure in the fight against drug and organised crime in his country. Today, its actions continue to raise questions and debates, reflecting the complexity of security issues in Guinea.
