August 09, 2016(WIC) – State Chief of Amhara Regional State Gedu Andaregachew has called on the public to support efforts being exerted to ensure stability and rule of law in the regional state.
In a press conference he gave today in connection to the recent violence in some parts of the region, the State Chief said the support from residents is critical to restore stability in areas where violence happened recently.
Gedu said Blue (Semayawi) Party, that has got permission from the regional government to hold the demonstrations, is responsible for the loss of lives and casualty.
Gedu said that the party should have been holding a peaceful demonstration, but failed to do so.
The State Chief said the cause for the recent violence occurred in Bahir Dar, Gondar and Debre Tabor do not belong to the majority of the public.
Gedu said the regional government has managed to control the violence with the support of the regional police force and the public.
He said the regional government is working to ensure the sustainability of the system that protects the rights of the public.
The State Chief asserted that the regional government will closely work with the public to maintain peace and stability in the region. (ENA)