Biography
Colonel Assimi Goïta (born 22 October 1980) is a respected Malian military officer and leader. He currently holds the important position of Interim President of Mali, a position he assumed on 28 May 2021.
As the leader of the National Committee for the Salvation of the People, a military force that orchestrated the 2020 coup in Mali, Colonel Assimi Goïta has emerged as an influential figure shaping Mali’s political landscape.
With a distinguished background as a Colonel in the respected Malian Armed Forces, Colonel Assimi Goïta brings a deep understanding of military strategy and governance. His appointment as interim President marks a pivotal moment in Mali’s journey as he navigates the country through this period of transition with insight and expertise.
Interim President of Mali
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| Full name: | Assimi Goat |
| Stage name: | Colonel Assimi Goïta |
| Born: | October 22, 1980 (age 43) |
| Place of birth: | Kati, Mali |
| Education: | Joint Military School |
| Nationality: | Mali |
| Height: | 1.65 meters |
| Parents: | Do not have |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Lala Diallo |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Military officer |
| Net worth: | $6.36 million |
Early life and education
Assimi Goïta, from the beautiful land of Mali, was born on October 22, 1980. His lineage carries the brave spirit of the Mali Armed Forces, as his father was a beacon of honor and courage.
Eager to satisfy his thirst for knowledge, young Assimi Goïta sought out the prestigious academy Kati Military Prytanéean academy revered for honing young minds and giving them the rank of sergeant up to the university level.
Guided by an unrelenting ambition, Assimi Goïta’s academic journey took him to the prestigious halls of Joint Military School In Koulikoro, where the seeds of wisdom find fertile ground and the fires of leadership are lit.
Career
Assimi Goïta, a fascinating unknown in Mali’s recent history, came into the spotlight in 2020, leading the National Committee for the Salvation of the People with unwavering determination. Through a daring coup, he overthrew the regime of Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta, promising democratic transitions and upcoming elections.
Echoes of change reverberated beyond Mali’s borders, with ECOWAS demanding civilian rule. Bah Ndaw assumed the presidency as interim president, while Assimi Goïta assumed the vice presidency. But turmoil continued, and another coup in September 2020 saw Goïta ousted from his high position. Undeterred, he rose again in May 2021, reclaiming the throne as interim president.
Arrests and power struggles ensued, with Prime Minister Moctar Ouane and President Ndaw caught up in the chaos. Elections are due in 2022, and accusations flooded the political arena, blaming the coup on Ndaw’s obstruction of a democratic transition.
The constitutional referendum held in June 2023 saw a 97% majority in favor of the new constitution. Rapid acceptance of the new constitutional framework gave Assimi Goïta the power to dissolve parliament and shape the national administration.
Armed with this constitutional mandate, Assimi Goïta sought to quell the flames of rebellion and empathize with the population. A new constitution was adopted on August 3, consolidating expanded powers for the President and the armed forces, signaling a major change in governance.
Social media
- Twitter handle: Colonel Assimi GOITA (@GoitaAssimi)
Personal life
Assimi Goïta is married to Lala Diallo, who is of the Fula ethnic group. Neither of the couple’s children are known to the public. Their children are not known to the public, leaving it uncertain whether they have any children. Assimi is currently 43 years old.
Net worth
Assimi Goïta has amassed a net worth of $6.36 million. He has been the interim President of Mali since September 2021 and has a military background.
