Saturday, June 09, 2007
THE SHALEKA FOLKS- ACCPTED KINIJIT INTERNATIONAL
Kinijit is the hope of all Ethiopians. It is the symbol of resistance. With their civilized and peaceful struggles, Kinijit leaders have inspired tens of millions of Ethiopians from all background and ethnic groups.
Unfortunately the efforts of Kinijit in the Diaspora have been very disappointing. The wing that was led by Shaleka Yoseph has been following a policy of going it alone. They had created the impression that Kinijit is divided. They took the people’s money. Hijacked the official website of Kinijit and have been threatening to sue Ethiopians who use the name of “Kinijit” . Their actions and policies were very undemocratic and outrageous.
Two elected members of Kinijit, Dr Bezabeh and Shaleka Admase came from Ethiopian in February and have been tirelessly trying to bring all parties together.
Today a statement has been read on Addis Demtse Radio stating that all groups have come to together. ( Dr Mogues Gebremarian, Ato Andargachew Tsege, Ato Daniel Assefa, Ato Berhane Mewa, Ato Mamu Yehune, Ato Getachew Wanna, Dr Gebreye, Ato Dawit Kebede, Shaleka Yoseph, Dr Almaz Zewdie, Ato Selemon Bekele, Dr Seyoum Selemon)
They decided:
- To unconditionally accept the delegated authority of Kinijit International
- Abide by democratic principles of Kinijit and
- Re-energized the struggle for freedom and democracy in Ethiopia.
Dr Mogues Gebremariam, Shaleka Yoseph Yazew, Dr Bezabeh and Shaleka Melaku Admasse all expressed in an interview on Addis Demtse that it is a new day for KINIJIT.
Shaleka Yoseph affirmed that a clear and unambiguous message has come from Kaliti and there will be no turning back.
Dr Mogues said that if someone decides to live in the future, it would be considered as an individual action. It will not be taken as a division of Kinijit for people has the right to go.
For so long Ethiopians were demoralized and bleeding from the inside because of the gridlock in Kinijit Diaspora leadership. I believe this is an answer to our prayer. It is good news for all Kinijit supporters and a day of mourning for those who wish the demise of Kinijit.
Some may be bitter by the action of some officials from KIL. However, there need to be always a choice of redemption. I think it is time to look beyond. Despite our personal bitterness, let us show respect to Kaliti leaders for this is happening per their instruction. let us give Shaleka Yoseph and his friends a chance to undo what they did.
Kinijit is The way !
