Ethopia: Addis Abeba police apologize for gunfire disruptions by armed group; EZEMA raises concerns over public safety, transparency

Addis Abeba– The Addis Abeba Police Commission has apologized for disruptions caused by gunfire heard in various parts of the city on November 8, 2024, attributing the incident to “former OLF armed group members” who were “responding to the government’s call for peace” and being transported to designated rehabilitation centers.

In a statement, the police explained that the gunfire, which alarmed residents, resulted from “celebratory gestures and emotional displays” by the group during…