Ex-President Yameen Criticises Ruling Coalition’s ‘Insufficient Efforts’ for His Release

Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom criticized the ruling PPM-PNC coalition for insufficient efforts to secure his release from a money laundering conviction. Speaking at a campaign rally for the People's National Front (PNF), a new political movement he founded, Yameen alleged that protests for his freedom were half-hearted and that some leaders may prefer him behind bars for political gain. He is appealing a December 2022 conviction related to bribery and money laundering from the lease of Aarah in Vaavu Atoll. Although transferred to house arrest after President Muizzu's election, Yameen faces legal restrictions on political involvement, and the High Court has delayed his appeal. His comments highlight a rift within Maldivian politics and his growing conflict with the current administration.

Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom criticized the ruling PPM-PNC coalition for insufficient efforts to secure his release from a money laundering conviction. Speaking at a campaign rally for the People's National Front (PNF), a new political movement he founded, Yameen alleged that protests for his freedom were half-hearted and that some leaders may prefer him behind bars for political gain. He is appealing a December 2022 conviction related to bribery and money laundering from the lease of Aarah in Vaavu Atoll. Although transferred to house arrest after President Muizzu's election, Yameen faces legal restrictions on political involvement, and the High Court has delayed his appeal. His comments highlight a rift within Maldivian politics and his growing conflict with the current administration.

Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom criticized the ruling PPM-PNC coalition for insufficient efforts to secure his release from a money laundering conviction. Speaking at a campaign rally for the People's National Front (PNF), a new political movement he founded, Yameen alleged that protests for his freedom were half-hearted and that some leaders may prefer him behind bars for political gain. He is appealing a December 2022 conviction related to bribery and money laundering from the lease of Aarah in Vaavu Atoll. Although transferred to house arrest after President Muizzu's election, Yameen faces legal restrictions on political involvement, and the High Court has delayed his appeal. His comments highlight a rift within Maldivian politics and his growing conflict with the current administration.

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