NoMore Debretsion Gebremichael: A Failed Splinter Group Unfit to Lead TigrayThe people of Tigray have grown increasingly vocal in their opposition to the Debretsion Gebremichael-led splinter group, recognizing the dire consequences of its 35-year grip on power. This group, which includes key figures who controlled both regional and federal power under the Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF), has not only failed Tigray but has actively hindered its progress, security, and post-genocide recovery. Here is a critical analysis of why this splinter group has lost the trust of the Tigrayan people and the need for their accountability.
A Legacy of Power Control without VisionThe Debretsion splinter group’s primary focus has been the consolidation of political and economic power for its members and their allies. For decades, their governance was defined by corruption, nepotism, and special interest politics, where family ties and patronage were more important than the future of Tigray. This group…
