Yohannes Tessema, a BDP executive member and MP, was arrested by regional security forces on March 9 due to his opposition to legislative changes. The Boro Democratic Party claims these changes are unconstitutional and have raised concerns about electoral fairness. The ruling Prosperity Party has not commented on the arrest or the situation.
Yohannes Tessema, an executive member of the Boro Democratic Party (BDP) and a Member of Parliament from the Benishangul Gumuz region, has been arrested by regional security forces. His arrest took place on March 9, reportedly while he was preparing to travel to Addis Ababa to address recent legislative changes with the House of Federation. These changes have been a source of controversy, sparking opposition within the region.
The arrest of Yohannes Tessema highlights the tensions surrounding recent legislative changes in the Benishangul Gumuz region. The Boro Democratic Party argues that the changes undermine constitutional principles and threaten regional stability. As the ruling Prosperity Party maintains silence on these events, the implications of this situation for opposition politics in Ethiopia remain to be seen.
Original Source: borkena.com
