– Title: Ethiopian Town Takeover Sparks Power Struggle
– A dissident faction within Ethiopia’s Tigray region has seized control of key offices and a radio station in the regional capital, Mekelle, leading to concerns of renewed conflict.
– The power struggle within the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has escalated, raising fears of civil war.
– Residents in Mekelle are withdrawing money from banks amid worries about deteriorating security.
– The rival faction, led by Debretsion Gebremichael, has taken over the second-largest city, Adigrat, and is accused of attempting to oust Tigray’s interim leader, Getachew Reda.
– Debretsion, a former regional leader, has seen relations sour with his successor over the past year.
– Gunshots were heard in Adi-Gudem as the dissident forces tried to occupy a government building, leading to arrests and takeovers.
– Getachew has suspended three generals of the Tigray Defence Forces for alleged destabilization attempts.
– He has sought unspecified assistance from the Ethiopian government and plans to return to Tigray from Addis Ababa.
– Allegations of collusion with Eritrea have been made, with fears of external involvement in the region’s affairs.
– Amid concerns from international bodies and countries, anxiety mounts in Tigray over the potential for renewed violence.
– The African Union and France have issued warnings and advice to their nationals in the region.
In a recent development that has sparked widespread unease, a “deep concern” has emerged, capturing the attention of many across the African continent. The gravity of the situation is further amplified by additional insights provided by Wycliffe Muia. For further updates on this and more news from Africa, visit BBCAfrica.com. Stay tuned and engage with us on social media platforms such as Twitter (@BBCAfrica), Facebook (BBC Africa), and Instagram (bbcafrica) to stay informed and connected.
