In the news: Succès Masra announces its return to Ndjamena to commemorate the repressed demonstrations of October 20, 2022
In a strong symbolic gesture, Succès Masra, the president of the Les Transformateurs party, announces his imminent return to Ndjamena, the capital of Chad, to commemorate the first anniversary of the violently repressed demonstrations of October 20, 2022. This significant event was a turning point in the political history of the country and left indelible marks in the collective memory.
Success Masra fled the country after this tragic day during which many opponents, activists and sympathizers lost their lives. The Transformers, as well as other opposition parties, had called for demonstrations against the extension of the transition and the maintenance in power of Mahamat Idriss Déby. Despite the authorities’ ban, demonstrators took to the streets to express their disagreement.
Since his departure, Succès Masra has undertaken a series of international initiatives to raise awareness among the international community about the situation in Chad. He called for an international investigation into the events of October 20 and sought support from different actors in resolving the political crisis.
Now, the opposition leader believes that the time has come to return home. He affirms that the offer of reconciliation is on the table and that he wishes to seize this opportunity to return to Ndjamena before October 20, 2023. However, he specifies that his return is not conditional on the successful outcome of the current discussions. on certain demands, such as the organization of a new dialogue and the adoption of an amnesty law.
Success Masra is aware of the human losses suffered by his relatives and supporters during the repressed demonstrations. He sees this return as an opportunity to mourn and pay tribute to those who lost their lives. This decision follows calls from several NGOs, including the Chadian League for Human Rights and the World Organization Against Torture, which published a report detailing the violence committed during the demonstrations of October 20, 2022.
The return of Succès Masra to Ndjamena raises many expectations and questions. How will he be received by the authorities and the population? What will be the political implications of his return? What will be the next steps in resolving the political crisis in Chad? So many questions that will be essential to answer in the weeks to come.
In conclusion, the announced return of Succès Masra to Ndjamena to commemorate the repressed demonstrations of October 20, 2022 marks an important step in the evolution of the political situation in Chad. This raises hopes for reconciliation and resolution of the tensions that have marked the country in recent months. Time will tell whether this symbolic gesture will open the way to constructive dialogue and lasting political stability.