The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) called for restraint by all sides while it denounced the killing, looting and burning of churches in the city of Jijiga over the weekend.
Renewed unrest in Jijiga, the administrative capital of Ogaden, led to the killing of dozens of civilians with scores more injuries as countless people fled the city. The situation unfolded as Ethiopian National Defense Forces illegally conducted an incursion into Jigjiga.
Speaking to Ethiopian Satellite Television (ESAT), the spokesperson for the ONLF, Hassan Moalim said the Front welcomes the removal of Abdi Illey, which he said was long overdue. But he said the ONLF is concerned with the movement of the national army into the region.
The ONLF spokesperson called on an end to attack on the people in the Ogaden and denounce the burning of churches. He called on perpetrators to be brought to justice.
We will keep you updated with the latest developments and updates from the region.
Halgan Media.
