Calls grow for President Yameen to intervene, resolve political crisis
29 Mar 2015, 5:57 PM
Ismail Humaam Hamid
Following imprisoned former President Mohamed Nasheed’s decision not to seek an appeal, the Maldivian Democracy Network has called on President Abdulla Yameen to intervene and resolve Maldives’ deepening political crisis.
Nasheed, convicted of terrorism and sentenced to 13 years in jail, said he desired a political solution, claiming the judiciary is under executive control and could not assure a fair appeal process.
Hence, “the only state power with the capacity to act equitably on the matter is the President,” MDN said in a statement today.
“We believe President Yameen must take immediate action in light of the manner in which the criminal proceedings were held, with a view to bring an end to the continued civil unrest in the country,” the human rights advocacy group said.
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