We will stand with journalists reporting on the President's Office through every challenge they face: Solih

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated that all activities within the President's Office must be transparent, affirming his commitment to stand by journalists facing challenges while reporting on such matters.

Speaking at a campaign rally for Sodiq, who is contesting the Addu City North Hithadhoo constituency by-election, President Solih stated that every action taken within the President's Office must be transparent and fully disclosed to the public. He emphasized that details regarding everything in the office—whether it be a sofa, a bench, or a round table—should be open to scrutiny.

President Solih stated that two and a half years into the current administration, the public has already reached a verdict. He noted that through the local council elections and the referendum, the people have sent a clear message that they no longer support this government. President Solih further asserted that this administration must be replaced immediately, warning that the longer it remains in power, the further the country will slide toward ruin.

Former President Solih stated that the current state of the country has reached a point where news regarding the activities of the President's Office can no longer be reported. He noted that bringing information to the public about the President's actions within the President's Office is now being treated as an offense. However, he emphasized that this is not how the government should function.

The current state of the country has reached a point where reporting on any activity within the President's Office is effectively prohibited. It has reached a stage where bringing news of the President’s actions to the public is treated as a crime. However, this is not how a government should function. Every action taken and every decision made within those walls must be transparently disclosed to the citizens. This is exactly what journalists have been attempting to do. Whether it concerns the furniture—be it a sofa, a bench, or a round table—such details should be open to the public. We know this environment well; we have been there. In the past, everything that occurred there was made public. Therefore, there should be no obstacles to disclosing this information. Every occurrence within the President's Office must be reported accurately and regularly. We stand firmly with the journalists. I want to assure them that we will support them through any challenges they may face for uncovering and reporting the truth.

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih

President Solih stated that given the current state of the government, the People's Majlis is the most vital institution capable of holding the administration accountable and ensuring it remains on the right track. He further emphasized that the legislative body must be composed of courageous individuals capable of effectively demanding accountability from the government.

President Solih stated that Sodiq would perform commendably in the People's Majlis and urged all constituents of the North Hithadhoo district to turn out and cast their votes for him. The President further noted Sodiq's commitment to utilize the Parliament to remove current obstacles facing the decentralization system and to do everything necessary to re-establish a fully functional decentralized framework.

President Solih stated that Sodiq has pledged to take all necessary measures to eliminate the current challenges facing freedom of expression and to end the infringement on fundamental rights.