Pontien Gaciyubwenge

Pontien Gaciyubwenge is a Burundian politician and soldier. He served as Minister of National Defence in the government of President Pierre Nkurunziza until he was fired on 18 May 2015, after a failed coup d'état.[1]

On 2 May 2015, during the 2015 Burundian unrest Gaciyubwenge urged the Military of Burundi to remain neutral and act in accordance with the Arusha Agreements that ended the Burundian Civil War.[2][3] He also stated that "all political actors" should avoid the use of violence.[3]

He was replaced as Minister by Emmanuel Ntahomvukiye.[2]

Gaciyubwenge holds the rank of major general.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Tom Odula (18 May 2015). "After coup attempt, Burundi President fire 3 ministers". The Washington Times. Retrieved 18 May 2015.
  2. 1 2 "Burundi president sacks defence minister". The Nation. 18 May 2015. Retrieved 18 May 2015.
  3. 1 2 3 "Defense minister says Burundi military will remain neutral". Portland Press Herald. 3 May 2015. Retrieved 18 May 2015.


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