

Ethiopia: Oromo Legacy Leadership and Advocacy Association (OLLAA) – Ethiopian Security Forces are targeting Oromos following clash with Armed Groups in Gambella City (17.06.2022)







“Why are innocent civilians killed?
The killings of mass Oromo civilians in the Gambella Region must stop immediately. The government as a government should follow up and investigate and clean up. The perpetrators should be brought to justice; however, killing civilians in the name of “Shane” can cause serious problems as a nation and this brutal act should be stopped.
It is a crime to kill civilians!” (The Golden Mean, 16.06.2022).
There is reports of bloodshed and massacre(s) in the Gambella region in Ethiopia. This is happening as the reported joint forces of Oromo Liberation Front & Gambella Liberation Front in the Gambella region. Therefore, it is a reaction to the rebellion and the regional militias retaliating against the state. We are possibly seeing an act of revenge, which is an war-crime. Nevertheless, these acts of evil doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Which is why I have several of reports from the last 48 hours. Where there thoughts, reports and direct commentary on the situation. That is something I see as fit, because it tells a deeper story.
Just reads these:
“On June 15, 2022, Omod Ojulu, the Gambella region chief administrator, announced the establishment of a night curfew that would start at 8 p.m. After that time, only the federal security forces will be allowed to move through the streets, he warned. He also called on the public to inform security forces of any suspicious activity in Gambella city, as well as help security forces in protecting the peace of the city” (Gambella Stars News – ‘Ethiopia: Night curfew imposes in Gambella region start at 8 pm’ 16.06.2022).
“Thoughts on the current situation in Gambella.💭My question is what human being will allow a senseless war to occur in their own home without taking action? In his most recent video; Gatluak Buom said only “20% of Nuer people are great and the remaining 80% are senseless”. I must disagree with his statement and challenge his narrative of leading a rebel offense in a city with such a large population of families. In Nuer customary laws and traditions women and children will always be protected in the event of a conflict, this is the reason a large population of civilians involved themselves by taking arms against this rebel group. Your mission to irradicate the current administration has lost its cause after this violent offense. I highly suggest that you retract your position. You can easily gain the trust of Gambella youth to support your mission if you complete this in a non violent means. Nuer society has had enough with war and senseless killings. The effects of this current conflict have been devastating and will take sometime to recover. State building without blood shed can be accomplished in this Era that we live in” (Gambella refugee camps residents/UNHCR, 16.06.2022).
“Gambella President Omot Ojulu identifies GLF/A elements that attacked Gambella town.
President of Gambella Omot Ojulu and his deputy Thakuey Joack has confirmed the elements of GLF/A that attacked the State Government yesterday. The elements of GLF/A are Anyuak, Nuer and Oromia forces from Damadollo region. They wanted to overthrow the government of Omot Ojulu and Thakuey Joack leadership over the nepotism and discrimination against the people of Gambella Region” (I Love Nuer, 15.06.2022).
“This morning around 6:30 AM, Gambella, Ethiopia was attacked by rebel groups. Many people have died, families have been displaced and homes were destroyed. The fighting took place within a mile of The Hope For Children Orphanage and The Lutheran Seminary. Pastor Simon (pictured) who runs Hope Orphanage and Professor Tor Chul of the Lutheran Seminary have both shared that they are all ok. Please pray with us for the people of Gambella – for immediate peace and safety during this time” (Audio Scripture Ministries, 15.06.2022).
We know by reports that there was between 20 to 40 dead after the skirmishes between government forces and the militias yesterday. Where soldiers and militia members was killed. There was also reports of civilian casualties in Gambella town.
Now, there is reports of retaliation now and civilians targeted out of their ethnicity. That is now done by government forces. That being Amhara regional special forces and other associated authorities. They are shooting at innocent civilians who just lives and resides in the region. They are defenceless and has no weapons. The soldiers are senselessly killing and that’s extra judicial killings, which should be spread. Because, this shows what sort of government that is ruling Ethiopia right now. This is the “Medemer Terror” which some has talked about since the invasion of Tigray region in November 2020. Now, similar actions are now happening in Gambella region.
This is why this has to be called out and it’s a reason why the regional militias is growing in popularity. When the state is just killing people for who they are and their ethnicity. That should be a “warning sign” for a possible genocide. Since, we know the army and regional forces has had their “final offensive” in Oromia for a while too. So, it is not like it’s only in Gambella.
The Prosperity Party makes every region burn and they do in the name “rule of law and law enforcement”. Peace.

“What we need is to restore peace in Ethiopia, to repeat the victory achieved in the law enforcement operation. By fighting, we maintained Ethiopia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Ethiopia is on the right prosperous path. It is unquestionable. Ethiopia is building institutions that can endure challenges. We should never leave hatred and blood feud to coming generations. Let us control our emotions and go forward for peace that is what we need. We need peace with all actors including the TPLF. We need peace with everyone because we get reward from each peaceful day. Every time we get into fighting, it costs us. Not only money but also productive human lives. We are ready for peace to avoid further conflicts. We don’t like fighting; we hate fighting; I have experience of fighting since I was 14 years old. I have seen the results of fighting. It claimed the lives of my friends. I need development. Who likes fighting? It’s only those who don’t know it who love fighting. We want peace with everyone; but that doesn’t mean we have negotiated with TPLF.” – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali (14.06.2022).
It is hard to believe that this man was “worthy” at one point to the Nobel Peace Prize. However, in the year of 2022. No one should believe that this man is worthy of such an honour. The honour bestowed upon him wasn’t for his kind. No, he has ventured into war, destruction and used all means to consolidate power in the Republic.
Prime Minister Abiy is a warlord and this sort of speech proves that. He says the “Law Enforcement Operation” was successful, as it has ensured destruction, complete ruination of a region, massacres, mass-rape and a man-made-famine. That is really telling when he wants to repeat that “victory”. That’s saying something and there is no mercy, apparently.
What is striking by saying all of these words. The hatred and the means to an end has been clear for a while now. There been such talk of endless violence and trying to conceal the war-crimes committed. Just like his speaking of peace now and possible negotiation, but who really believes him?
Seemingly, the PM has been more interested in ordering bloodshed and going after his enemies. That’s why this sort of speech is hard to believe. Abiy can talk of saving lives and avoiding war. Nevertheless, most of his time in office has been decreeing and ensuring more conflict. That’s why the army and authorities are brutal in nearly every region of the Republic. There haven’t been any region where the state haven’t used impunity, injustice and been behind extra judicial killings. Therefore, the speaking of peace and wanting it is futile.
The PM has been a man of arms and using the “rule of law” as a stick to pin people. Anyone who suddenly oppose or dare to question will end up in jail or be in real trouble. That’s what is happening. So, his using all means to torment and go after anyone in the Republic.
He says he hate fighting? Why has the army, regional special forces and everyone else been so boosted and ordered to use violence, then? It doesn’t sound sincere or truthful. If this was only a one time or just to quell on bloody riot. Well, it could be believable. However, in this regard… the PM and his government has used the troops to silence the population an-mass.
Abiy wants to talk like he means this… but I don’t believe him a single bit. He would rather kill and destroy his enemies. The PM won’t talk or negotiate with an open heart. No, his just buying time to find another way of ending them. That’s why this humanitarian truce have been put in order. To buy time and get possible foreign aid to save the economy. The war has cost the state and inflation is running wild. Therefore, the PM needs a little bit stability before he strikes Tigray region again.
A man that could usher in a war like this. Can easily do it again. The goal is to end the ones who didn’t bend the knee and follow the program. Abiy is that sort of leader and that’s clear. Anyone who opposes him will be in jeopardy. Peace.



The operation conducted by Gambela Freedom Front (GANG) and Oromo Liberation Front (OLF) in Gambela capital city is based on Prosperous government army institutions, Prosperous government leaders and army so we strongly advise you not to leave your house so that no civilian will be a victim of flying bullets!!!
Victory for freedom fighters !!!
The operation conducting by Gambella Liberation Front (GLF/A) and Oromo Liberation Front ( OLF/A) in Gambella capital city is targeting only security forces institutions, PP leaders and government’s armed forces.
Therefore, we are seriously warning the civilians not to come out from their houses to avoid cross Fire!!
Victory for freedom fighters





“The deputy prime minister who has confirmed that there is no interest in the conflict to get worse and to go to war again, however, on the other hand, has informed the ambassadors that TPLF is still not free from its habit of war and is preparing for a second invasion by recruiting citizens to war” (Ethiopian News Agency – ‘Deputy Prime Minister Demeke Mekonnen has made a statement to the European Union ambassadors in Brussels’ 11.06.2022).
The reports from Addis Ababa wants to make it seem like everyone is ready for boosting the “humanitarian truce” and generate peace in Northern Ethiopia. However, that is only a smokescreen and not the truth. While Eritrean Defence Force (EDF) is still in Western Tigray and the same is both Amhara Regional Special Force and Amhara Para-Military Group “Fano”. So, it is not like the Tripartite Alliance have retreated.
Alas, there is unverified reports of Fano brigades moved to North Wollo around Kobo Town. While there been reports of possible skirmishes there already between the Tigray Defence Force (TDF) and civilians there. So, possible troop movement to the region would make sense. However, the possibility of non-action and no preparation of war is a lie. There was already reported that the EDF was stationed in Afar region in preparation for a new offensive, which is why some soldiers left their post and was later arrested. Therefore, something is up and the recent updates from both government channels and Amhara media says it all really.
Just read here:
“Deputy Commander of the Southern Command Brigadier General Getachew Habtamu Worke community, you are heroes who have made an example of Ethiopian patriotism. For the next war we are going to have, you should destroy the enemy for the last time and confirm your history with the heroic defense force” (North Wollo Communication, 12.06.2022).
“Chief Commander Lieutenant General Zewdu Belay said that our army has gone far beyond what our internal and external enemies can imagine with the capacity building activities done by the TPLF” (…) “Lieutenant General Zewdu Belay said that the army is not only preparing itself for the terrorist forces. The preparation we have made is in a way that can prevent attacks that can be fired from any direction” (Amhara Communication, 11.06.2022).
“As it is known, for the past 31 years, the Amhara people have not had a social rest and is getting worse day by day. The main reason for this is TPLF led system EPRDF, and after it started the struggle, he wrote a manifesto that says the Amhara people are my historical enemy since it started to struggle, TPLF led EPRDF gave birth to EPRDF and put it on the shoulders of the Amhara people. A constitution that hurts only one people in the 27 years they have been in power. The people of Amhara who he called as his enemy in a structural way have been abusing and committing genocide” (…) “Therefore, our union has issued the following 6 points statement.
1) We call on every Amhara people to get ready to overthrow this cruel system once and for all.
2) Those of you who have been abusing the Amhara people with the two anti-Amhara administrations, it is time to blame the Amhara people, we call you to stand with the Amhara people revolution.
3) We call on every Amhara youth, old man, woman, man, to stand with Fano and prepare for a bitter struggle.
4) Those of you who live abroad, to destroy the people you call your people, we call you to help day and night without saying I am tired or tired of you.
5) Knowing that the only way to save the people of Amhara under God is a strong military and diplomatic struggle, we call on everyone to get ready for this struggle.
6) We call on Amharas who are under different government military structures to stand with your people by understanding the structural corruption that is being done on the people of Amhara.
“The Amhara people will avert the danger they are facing with united arms”” (Ashara Media – ‘A press release from the international Amhara Fano supporters and coordinators’ 11.06.2022).
So, when I read both is written in Amhara Communication pages on social media, which is government sanctioned media. Plus what the Fano is writing in their own press release. That is differing from what is stated by the Deputy President Mekonnen. Certainly, something is up and that with the pictures of movement of Fano militia brigades as well. Therefore, we shouldn’t be shocked or horrified if it escalates soon.
As, the state is just preparing to finalize a new campaign and possible a final offensive, which we have seen before too. Since the “consolidation” of “democracy” is a vial thing for the Prosperity Party. That means the TPLF and others has be either part of PP or get destroyed. There is no middle ground and that should be well-known by now. Any dissent or disagreement with the state would make you an enemy. Therefore, we shouldn’t expect much else these days.
It is really clear that something is brewing and we should be aware. Because, this stalemate will not last forever. Peace.




Today, the Prosperity Party, the ruling party and the majority in Ethiopia published a piece or an article called: “The historical mission of prosperity is to plant and strengthen democracy/ the truth of a miracle” which I will discuss the parts that I see as vital, because it shows the sentiment of the ones in-charge and in-power at this very moment.
This sort of piece shoulder be published without questions or looked into. Since, it shows their heart and what they assess as important. That’s why there is a few pieces and wordings, which is very interesting to say the least.
“One of the biggest causes of the collapse of the constitution and political breakdowns in Ethiopia is the lack of democracy and the rule of law” (Prosperity Party, 10.06.2022).
The Prosperity Party’s biggest pet-pee is the “rule of law” and “law enforcement”. That is the key to most of their activities. They are using law enforcement to rule and control the society. This has been done steadily since it’s inception and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali time in office. That has been evident and clear. The ones that has followed the actions and orders from the government. Can see how the army and police has oppressed the public under the name of “rule of law”. Therefore, the Prosperity Party hasn’t launched a new era in concern of this. To the contrary they are repeating history and creating the “Medemer Terror” a new edition of the “Red Terror”. It’s all done in the name of Prosperity and “unity”, which we be discussed further on.
“Prosperity was born out of the struggle of the people and the pressure of the force that has been struggling to bring change in EPRDF. Prosperity’s historical mission is to plant and consolidate democracy. Prosperity is a party that created a chance for a successful generation transition in Ethiopian politics” (Prosperity Party, 10.06.2022).
What is striking here is how the Prosperity Party claims its “consolidating democracy” after the period of EPRDF. Alas, what the PP has done is to consolidate power within the ranks and at all levels of government, which means that the PP has majority and control. That’s because the election and how it has operated. This means that it took control and ensured that it would “win” a landslide. It wasn’t an election, but a proper selection. This because, the state blocked all major opposition, as they were either barred, in prison or not allowed to enter. Therefore, this transition from EPRDF to PP was consolidating power and not directly making the Republic more democratic. That’s a vast difference and this transition has been bloody and caused more internal conflict. It has not created peace and it’s been ordered by the ones in power. Therefore, the PP cannot just runaway from the responsibility for its actions and creating more conflict, not less…
“By believing that there are direct survival risks in our country, by taking a firm stand that citizens’ overall needs can be achieved through democracy and the rule of law, we can escape the cycle of conflicts that have caused us human interest and structural based oppression. Also, stop the rebellion of citizens caused by democracy and the lack of rule of law” (Prosperity Party, 10.06.2022).
The Party here is really spelling it out, but also showing it’s directly working against itself. Because, here it’s not making direct sense. Why do I say that? Well, they speak up against conflicts and “structural based oppression”, which has been the hallmark of this government. What is further showing their based ideals.
The PP wants to create democracy, but doesn’t accept rebellion. Because, dissent and opposition is natural in any democracy. Maybe not by direct force or by armed rebellion, but by words and manifestos. Which haven’t been respected or gotten an option in the Republic under the PP. The PP has gone after anyone and therefore, the “rule of law” is a banner it uses to stifle the opposition. That’s not how you build democracy, but instead take a hold of power by force.
The piece ends with: “When we say that we will plant and strengthen democracy, the leader of democracy starts by spreading legal framework and mediators. Democracy doesn’t just come by wish. Democracy and rule of law can’t be differentiated. Therefore, rule of law is essential to plant democracy. And rule of law is something in democracy” (Prosperity Party, 10.06.2022).
At this point in time… the only thing the PP is planting is more bloodshed and more oppression. It is far from democratic by not only nature, but by the actions it has taken. There is nothing in that would suggest any sort of democratic or building of institutions, which would reflect the true will of anyone else, then the ones that was predisposed by the central leadership at large. Therefore, the rule of law is just a shield now to mask the true intentions. The vision of democracy and such is just beautiful words, which is meaningless, when at any given time there is political prisoners, prisoners of conscious and journalists who reports who are on trial over their reporting. We can easily say that the PP isn’t delivering anything of this.
The PP isn’t planting democracy. It is planting full consolidation of power and a one-man party, as the PM is the overlord and warlord who directs everything. That is the reality here and he cannot forge a narrative now. They are not reforming or changing, no they are masking and making insignificant changes to ensure the PM gets his will done. Peace.