Politics
Controversy Surrounds Temporary Leadership Elections in Mekelle and Raya
Wazema · 2 hours ago · Read the Full Story on Wazema
AI SUMMARY
Residents and political parties in Mekelle and Raya Kobo have raised complaints over a lack of inclusivity and alleged irregularities in ongoing temporary administration leadership elections.
- Tigray Peace Force leaders announced that Mekelle residents have been electing temporary sub-city officials since yesterday.
- Mekelle residents reported that the election process is not inclusive and that only Seme'ret Party members and supporters are selecting the leadership.
- The Raya Rayuma Democratic Party demanded that the temporary district leadership election held yesterday in Raya Kobo be repeated.
- The Raya Rayuma Democratic Party stated that some officials were pre-selected through internal networking and that federal officials are working with only one group.
- The party called on the federal government to impartially investigate the Raya election, prevent discrimination and intimidation, and ensure inclusive temporary administrations.
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