Chad’s opposition group Socialist Without Borders is pressing for a full inquiry into the death of its leader, Yaya Dillo.
Party members accuse the government of orchestrating his killing during a raid in February 2025. This push highlights rising tensions in the Central African nation.
Raid at Party Headquarters
The incident unfolded on February 27, 2025, at the party’s base in N’Djamena. Armed assailants, reportedly linked to state security forces, stormed the site. Dillo died in the clash.
Soon after, authorities demolished the building and buried him without a formal examination.
Lawyer’s Urgent Plea
Charles-Stéphane Marchiani, representing Dillo’s family, addressed reporters. He pointed out key issues:
- Armed state agents attacked the headquarters.
- The site was leveled within a day.
- No autopsy or expert review occurred before burial.
“Everyone knows Yaya Dillo was targeted and killed there,” Marchiani stressed. These steps, he argued, block a clear understanding of events.
Party Leader’s Outrage
Robert Gam, the party’s Secretary-General, condemned the regime’s tactics. Over the last 19 months, he said, officials have fired on crowds, abducted people, and silenced critics.
“No one abroad seems to care when leaders like us fight for fairness,” Gam noted.
Amnesty’s Call for Release
Amnesty International backs the inquiry. The group demands freedom for ten Dillo allies, cleared in court but still held.
Samira Daoud, Amnesty’s regional head, decried the harsh conditions for detainees, including youth and those with medical needs.
More Arrests Highlight Pattern
Gam faces his own troubles. He was detained in September 2024 and held in isolation. Abakar Torabi endured nine months behind bars without formal accusations before release.
Amnesty insists on charges or immediate freedom for Gam.
Path to Accountability
This case fuels debates on rights in Chad. An independent probe could reveal truths and ease strains. As calls grow louder, the government faces pressure to act fairly and uphold justice.
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