RAJET leader calls for clemency to restore democratic credibility
In a bold appeal to President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, Ordjei Abderahim Chaha, Chairman of the Rassemblement pour la Justice et l’Égalité au Tchad (RAJET), has urged the immediate release of imprisoned opposition figures from the former GCAP and the Transformateurs party. The letter, penned with unmistakable urgency, frames their continued detention as a stain on Chad’s democratic integrity and a blow to the nation’s judicial reputation.
The RAJET leader underscores that embracing opposition dissent is not a sign of weakness but a hallmark of political sophistication—one that fortifies liberal democracy. He argues that opposition voices are not adversaries of progress but essential sparks that ignite democratic vitality and safeguard political liberties. Their absence, he warns, risks suffocating democracy until it collapses into « frozen ashes, » paving the way for authoritarianism.
A call for national reconciliation through dialogue
Chaha champions inclusive dialogue as the cornerstone of national unity, asserting that even those behind bars remain receptive to constructive engagement. He frames this process as the only path to healing deep societal divisions and fostering sustainable development. « Dialogue is where the light of peace and progress emerges, » he asserts, urging the President to reject divisive influences.
The letter takes a firm stance against what Chaha describes as malicious misinformation campaigns—« false reports and fabricated dossiers »—orchestrated by those he calls « grave-diggers of the Republic. » These forces, he contends, distort decision-making and poison the political climate. His plea culminates in a direct appeal: free all jailed opponents without delay so they may contribute to mending the nation’s fractures.
Chaha’s impassioned missive positions him as a vocal advocate for democratic resilience, positioning the release of political prisoners as a defining act for Chad’s future. He implores the head of state to seize this historic opportunity to cement his legacy as a democrat who prioritized reconciliation over repression.
