Thursday 30th September 2004
|
 |
|
Is
General Gayyoom still the commander in chief? |
|
Breaking
News
Gayyoom going back to Maldives tonight
Singapore - The speculation about
Gayyoom's resignation sparked off some thoughts in
Maldives. His own media reported through Dr. Shaheed,
the government spokesman that Gayyoom has not resigned
and that he is undergoing medical check ups in Singapore.
Gayyoom apparently cut short his
medication and is flying back to the Maldives tonight.
Members of the public are concerned about the state of
the affairs in the government. There are reports of
splits and people in high ranked position have even
today confirmed that the speculation about Gayyoom's
resignation was credible.
According to sources close to Gayyoom,
his relationship with Koli Ali Manik has also
deteriorated. The elite business group in Maldives are
no longer backing Gayyoom and he had earlier planned to
resign in November this year according to the same
source. He is desperate to leave a commendable legacy
even after all the cruelty and torture he subjected to
his people. "There is a power struggle in the families"
said our source today.
Public is expected to greet him on
arrival unless the riot police makes a formidable
appearance in Hulhule Airport Island. Their presence in
Male' has been sustained well since Black Friday.
|
|
 |
|
Hamdoon Hameed - Minister
of Planning - Gayyoom's nephew |
|
Money is being transferred to
Singapore
Male' - Informants in MMA say that large
sums of money are being transferred to Singapore.
Furthermore, Gayyoom and family has applied to become
permanent residents of Singapore. Madam Nasreena took
her grandchildren out of Schools in Male' and flew to
Singapore with them.
In addition to the cabinet meeting
yesterday, there was also a meeting of high ranking
officials in the Police and the Military.
All the signs are that something quite
extraordinary is going on. The country is under
Emergency Rule and Gayyoom has been out of the country
for more than a week now. It is reported that Adam Zahir
is running the show in Police whilst all government
operations are directed by Hamdoon Hameed.
DO feels that it is important to alert
the public of these news. We are unable to confirm these
news but it is vital that the public remains prepared
for any change. Those with contacts in high offices and
in MMA should try and get these facts.
Wednesday, 29th September 2004
Local
News
Emergency
Cabinet Meeting Underway in Male'
Reports are coming in from Male' that an emergency
cabinet meeting is underway in President's Office.
Political analysts report that Gayyoom has already
resigned and the cabinet is meeting to elect a temporary
leader. Hamdhoon Hameed appears to be the emerging
winner. However, according to the constitution, the
Speaker of the Majlis, Ahmed Zahir will take over and
the responsibility will generally lie with the
Parliament if President resigns.
Gayyoom has been in Singapore since 21st September. It
is reported that his family is also with him along with
his grandchildren. Speculation has been mounting that
Gayyoom does not want to return to the Maldives mainly
because Madam Nasreena has had enough.
Tuesday, 28th September 2004
Sunland
Nazeer arrested today
Male' - Mr. Nazeer, famously known as Sunland Nazeer,
was arrested this afternoon. Police raided his office
Sunland Travels as well as his home. Mr. Nazeer is one
of the 3 brothers who own the leading tour operators Sun
Land Travels. Sunland Group also owns and operates some
of the most exclusive resorts in the Maldives such as
Coco Palm Spa Resort.
Political analysts believe that Mr. Nazeer's arrest is
related to the continued detention of his long-term
friends, Ibrahim Hussain Zaki and Dr. Munavvar.
Directors of some of the
biggest companies in Maldives are now behind bars such
as Qasim Ibrahim, owner of Villa Group as well Ali
Shiyam, Director of AAA Group.
Abujee was in hospital today;
Concern over the
health of detainees are growing
Male' - One of the
|
|
 |
|
Mr. Abdul Jaleel (Abujee)
is also a regular speaker at Reform debates - Male' 15th
July 2004 |
|
key reformists
who was detained on 13th August (Black
Friday), Mr. Abdul Jaleel (popularly known as Abujee)
was brought to Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH)
today. He was brought in for a scan and to get some
medication.
Abujee has been a strong supporter
of democracy and have always been vocal about his
beliefs. Abujee’s family members were in the hospital
but he was not able to speak with them. Although a
prominent businessman, he is most famous in Maldives as
a football coach of Victory Sports Club. He was a very
healthy and fit man but he looked weak and frail today,
according to eye witnesses.
DO informants in Police confirm
that a handful of detainees are brought to hospital in
Male’ for medication daily. This is clear evidence that
these innocent reformists have been severely beaten up.
One wonders how long Gayyoom can continue his terrorist
activities. He is terrorising the people of Maldives.
Abujee is the uncle of Mohamed
Nasheed (Anni), who is a founding member of Maldivian
Democratic Party.
Blast
from the past
Reforms Debates ; Spot the reformists, most of who are
in solitary confinement now
|
 |
|
Hon. Qasim Ibrahim |
|
Qasim's is still in the
Hospital
Male' - Hon. Qasim Ibrahim
who was brought to Hospital in Male' on 24th September
suffering from breathing difficulties is reported to be
recovering well now. The medical staff and his doctors
are refusing to discharge him until he is fully
recovered. In the meantime, there is concern over his
health in the long term and his family has requested the
authorities to allow him to be taken abroad for
treatment. The authorities have rejected this idea and
is stating that this was just a temporary problem.
Monday, 27th September 2004
 |
|
Hon. M. Thorig |
|
Hon. Qasim recovering well
Male' - 16:00 - Reliable
sources confirm that Qasim is recovering well and has
been allowed to walk around the restricted ward. Also,
his family members have been allowed to see him. Police
is recording all conversations in the room. A special
colour pass has been issued to allow entry to the ward.
We wish Qasim a quick and full recovery. The authorities
must not take him back to prison as he is obviously not
able to stand the conditions of solitary confinement.
Gayyoom should show some compassion to Qasim who is a
much respected figure in the Maldives. However, despite
the pleas of thousands of Maldivians, Qasim is expected
to be transferred to jail tomorrow. Commissioner of
Police Adam Zahir is running the show and has been given
a freehand.
|
|
|
Hon. M. Thorig |
|
Hon. Thorig has been released after questioning
Male' - 16:00 - Hon.
Thoriq has been since released but was informed that he
will be contacted if they need any further information.
He was asked about Black Friday.
Special Majlis Memember Hon. Mohamed Thoriq detained in
Police
Male' - 16:52 - Informants in
Police report that Hon. Thoriq has been detained in Police
for questioning regarding 12/13th August demonstration. He
will also be questioned about who funded his campaign and
whether Qasim Ibrahim supported him financially during the
campaign.
This further explains
Gayyoom's moves as he has detained 13 out of 23 members who
walked out in protest on 19th July. These members will
obviously create an obstacle for him to conduct his affairs
in the parliament.
Sunday, 26th September 2004
Qasim is still in the Hospital in Male'
Male'-
Confirmed reports say that Qasim Ibrahim has been
admitted to Indhira Gandhi Memorial Hospital in Male'
today. He is reportedly having breathing difficulties.
Mr. Qasim and others have now been in custody for over
40 days now.
Reports are coming that people are going to the hospital
now. He is in Room number 2.
Qasim Ibrahim suffers from acute allergy to dust and
falls in when he has to inhale polluted and dusty air.
Furthermore,
Bronchoconstriction can also be
triggered by emotional upsets. He
underwent major surgery in Germany
about a year ago. Gayyoom is very
much aware of this but still continues to keep him in
detention.
Mr. Qasim is one of the most generous and respected
figures in Maldives. He is also a members of the Special
Majlis.
"Gayyoom, please be warned that you are inviting anger
and violence" said a local man.
Reports say that crowd is getting bigger near the
hospital and that the Police is not allowing even Qasim's family to see him.
Latest
Updates >>
-
More that a 1000 people are near the hospital now
demanding to see Qasim - Male' - GMT 13:40
-
He is now in Intensive Care Unit - Male' - GMT 13:58
-
Police is not allowing people to get inside or even
close to the hospital - Male' - GMT 14:08
-
Qasim's condition has stabilised. It is confirmed
that he is receiving oxygen because of breathing
difficulties
-
Qasim's wife was given only 3 minutes to see him. He
was not able to communicate because he was getting
oxygen. She cried and begged to be allowed to sit
next to him but Police refused her that right. Male'
- GMT 14:40
-
Qasim's condition is deteriorating - Male' - GMT
14:55
-
Police now on standby with full riot gear and
teargas to crackdown on the well-wishers who are
gathering near the hospital. It is raining in Male'
and people are not able to get close to the
hospital. Male' - GMT 15:08
-
Eyewitness Account : About 30 mins ago Qasim
was transferred from the ECG room by Wheel chair to
Room no. 58. He was holding his jaw by his hands and
his hair was cut short. Qasim was looking downwards
to the ground. He looked very pale, tired and
exhausted. Male' - GMT 18:58
-
Qasim's condition is extremely serious and he is now
under observation in IGMH hospital. Police wanted to
take him to the station with the machines so that
they can better isolate him but DO can confirm that
the doctors intervened and requested that he be
allowed to be in the hospital under observation. We
can also confirm that he has requested to be allowed
to go abroad for medical treatment. He is very
depressed and this could trigger a cardiac arrest
(heart attack). He also told someone that he feels
that he is going to die. Male' - GMT 20:23
Special
Majlis Member Ibrahim Shareef Arrested today
