May 26, the date of the new head of state’s traditional investment, exacerbates political tensions as a new president should have taken office. But the head of state, Azali Assoumani, in office since 2016, was able to fight for his own legacy and was re-elected in 2019, following a constitutional amendment, in 2018. The national police were deployed in and around the capital.
as reported from Moroni, Anziza M’Changama
May 26, the date on which the new president is traditionally invested, should this year have seen the president’s accession to power from the island of Anjouan under the principle of rotating the presidency between the islands. The change in the constitution allowed President Azali to be re-elected in 2019. This date, swung by the opposition’s common front as Azali Assoumani’s resigned from the presidential palace, crystallizes tensions.
The common front of the opposition was denied a prefecture permit to rally. But demands rebellion to melt, especially from opponents in exile abroad. The Minister of the Interior, Mohamed Daoud, is not allowed to answer.
“I must remind you that we are in a situation of unprecedented health crisis. Collections are prohibited. As long as there are people who advocate violence, who want to destabilize the country, it is my duty to take all necessary measures. In addition, we must understand that we have a country with a constitution: everyone has the freedom to express themselves freely but in accordance with the established rules. “
The authorities have used an important device to secure the population, says the minister. “I think it is normal that we strengthen the security system. I would also like to say that we do not tolerate any abundance. It is normal for us to take preventive measures. Now they can not create a climate of fear so I demand calm and restraint. I also want to reassure the people and tell them that we are in a normal situation. Life goes on. “
President Azali celebrates his second term of office with a modest ceremony, barrier gestures force.
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