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Who Are the Five Appointees to the Tigray Interim Administration?

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Who Are the Five Appointees to the Tigray Interim Administration?
AI SUMMARY

The Federal Government of Ethiopia has established a six-month interim administration for Tigray, appointing five chief executives and a mayor for Mekelle.

  • The Federal Government of Ethiopia announced the establishment of a six-month interim administration for Tigray on Friday.
  • The interim administration is tasked with providing daily services, creating conditions for upcoming elections, restoring regional stability, rebuilding government structures, and returning displaced persons.
  • Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed appointed six individuals to lead the interim administration, consisting of five chief executives and the Mayor of Mekelle.
  • Assefa Abraha was appointed as the Chief Executive for Administration and Public Service.
  • Brigadier General Gebreigziabher Beyene (Wedi Antiru) was appointed as the Chief Executive for Security and Peace.
  • Tewodros Aregay was appointed as the Chief Executive for Economy and Reconstruction.
  • Redae Halefom was appointed as the Chief Executive for Political and Public Organization.
  • Shishay Amare was appointed as the Mayor of Mekelle.