AFRICA

Tunisian President Kais Saied Dismisses Prime Minister Amid National Crisis

In a surprising move, Tunisian President Kais Saied has dismissed Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani, appointing Social Affairs Minister Kamel Maddouri as his successor. The announcement came late Wednesday via a statement from the Tunisian presidency.

Hachani, who had been serving as prime minister since August of last year, highlighted in a video message just hours before his dismissal that the government had made significant strides in addressing various challenges, including securing the nation’s food and energy needs despite global obstacles.

The ousting of Hachani occurs amid widespread discontent over persistent water and electricity outages affecting numerous regions across Tunisia. The government attributes these issues to a prolonged drought, necessitating a quota system for water distribution.

However, President Saied has controversially labeled the water cuts as a premeditated conspiracy timed ahead of the presidential election, contradicting the agriculture ministry’s warning that dam levels have critically dropped to 25 percent.

Adding to the political turmoil, President Saied recently announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections in October. This move has drawn significant criticism from opposition parties, human rights organisations, and fellow candidates, who accuse him of using intimidation tactics to suppress competition and clear his path to a second term.

The developments mark a turbulent period for Tunisia as the nation grapples with both political instability and severe resource shortages. The appointment of Kamel Maddouri as the new prime minister will be closely watched as Tunisians hope for effective leadership to navigate through these pressing challenges.

Melissa Enoch

Follow us on:

AriseNews

View Comments

  • AUTHORISE AND APROVED BY THE
    FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA.📞📞📞👉O8l__3211__5O39
    Registered cars below:�Auction... Auction... Auction...
    Greetings...
    Get Your Clean And Neat Tokumbo cars e.g Golf 1 ===#150, 000,
    Golf 2 ===#250, 000,
    Golf 3 ===#320, 000,
    Golf 4 ===#350, 000,
    Golf 5 ===#380, 000,
    Golf 6 ===#400, 000,
    Golf 7 ===#450, 000
    Call custom Omar ON O8O__6739__9O9O
    Toyota Camry 2.2 =400,000
    Toyota Camry 2.4 =500,000
    Toyota Corolla =550,000
    Toyota Spider =1m850,000
    Toyota Muscle =1m850,000
    Toyota Matrix =850,000
    Toyota Avalon =1.350,000
    Toyota Avensis =1m250,000
    Toyota Picnic =550,000
    Toyota Sienna =75,0 ,
    Toyota Rav4 =950,000
    Toyota Sequoia =950,000
    Toyota Tacoma =2m650,000
    Toyota 4Runner =850,000
    dyna truck 1.3Million
    Buy your bags of rice at a cheaper and affordable price, Interested Buyer's Should Contact our marketing officer on O8O__6739__9O9Ofor Purchase and Inquiry.
    !!!Please Take Note!!!
    #50kg Bags Of Rice And There Prices Below.
    Royal Stallion=N19,500
    MamaGold=N18,000
    Otunba=N19,000
    Rising sun=N19,500
    Special rice=N18,000
    Mama Africa=N19,000
    Royal crown=N18,500
    Ade Brazil=N19,000
    Elephant Gold=N18,500
    Super eagle=N19,000
    Tomato rice=N18,500
    Caprice =N18,500
    WE DELIVER TO ANY STATE IN NIGERIA PER BAG IS N2000 FOR DELIVERY

Recent Posts

Akugbe Iyamu: We Must Be Prepared For Severe Droughts, Hunger in 2025

Retired Air Vice Marshal Akugbe Iyamu has called for urgent preparations for drought, heatwaves, and…

13 minutes ago

Romania Set To Form New Government With Marcel Ciolacu As Prime Minister

Romania's president Klaus Iohannis is expected to designate Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu to form a…

53 minutes ago

Nigeria Announces Public Holidays for Christmas and New Year Celebrations

Federal Government of Nigeria has declared public holidays to mark Christmas and New Year festivities…

58 minutes ago

IGP Orders Investigation into Death of Ilorin Detainee Jimoh Abdulquadri in Police Custody

IGP Egbetokun has ordered an investigation into Jimoh Abdulquadri’s death in police custody, promising justice…

4 hours ago

Trump Dismisses Claims That Elon Musk Holds Real Power Behind US President-Elect

Donald Trump has rejected suggestions that Elon Musk is the true influence behind the newly…

4 hours ago

Tiger Woods’ 15-Year-Old Son Charlie Achieves His First Hole-in-One

Tiger Woods' son Charlie has achieved his first golf hole-in-one during the final round of…

4 hours ago