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News: Electoral board says TPLF shows 'no indication' of planning mandatory assembly as deadline nears

Addis Abeba– The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has stated that the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has “shown no indication” of preparing for its mandatory general assembly, despite multiple communications and an impending deadline of February 10, 2025.

In a letter dated 31 December, 2024, NEBE reminded the TPLF that it had been registered under “special circumstances” on August 9, 2024, in accordance with Proclamation No. 1332/2016.

NEBE clarified that the law requires parties registered under such conditions to hold their general assembly within six months. The Board noted that it had informed the TPLF of this obligation on August 9, August 26, and October 31, 2024, and reiterated that the assembly must be held “in the presence of Board observers.”

Furthermore, NEBE emphasized that the party is required to notify the Board of the assembly date at least 21 days in advance, as outlined in Directive No. 25/2016. However, it stated, “there has been no indication that the party is taking steps to meet this obligation.”

With less than two months remaining, NEBE urged the TPLF to “focus on this matter” and ensure compliance within the remaining time. The Board also warned of legal consequences, adding, “Failure to fulfill this obligation will result in measures being taken in accordance with the law.”

NEBE previously rejected the TPLF’s request to reinstate its pre-war legal status, instead granting it a certificate of legal personality as a new political party under special conditions. Additionally, it outlined key requirements for the TPLF’s general assembly, including a 21-day pre-notification and the presence of Board observers at the event.

Despite these instructions, the TPLF held its party congress in August 2024, ignoring NEBE’s warning against holding the assembly without its approval. AS

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