Two prisoners killed in prison violence in Ethiopia; Several wounded

By Staff Reporter

July 26, 2018 – At least two people were killed and several others wounded in incidents of violence in various penitentiary centers across Ethiopia, Wednesday revealed a senior official.

Riots broke out Tuesday called for release following the amnesty law pbaded recently by parliament.

The controversial law proposed by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed grants amnesty to dissidents accused of crimes such as treason and attacking the government

"The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Government communication, Kbadahun Gofe, said

: "This goes against the constitution and will impede the spirit of peace, unity and solidarity of the people. ", Said Kbadahun Gofe,

He said that almost all prison centers were set on fire by inmates, but mainly in the Mekele town of Tigray Regional State and Debre Markos, W According to the state minister, at least two inmates were killed by fire in the Mekelle prison, added the interior minister

. Arba Minch was also set on fire and attempts were made to incite violence in Kaliti and Kilinto prisons in Addis Ababa, he said

. State urged prisoners to refrain from using force to escape prison and use it only in a peaceful and lawful manner if they have questions. [19659003] The government strives to ensure the rule of law and human rights are protected, he said, citing the thousands of prisoners in recent months as a case in point