National Enquiry Commission commences third phase of investigation

National Enquiry Commission has concluded the second phase of the investigation and has commenced the third phase of the investigation the events that lead to the transfer of power on February 7.

The Commission which was compiled by President Dr. Mohamed Waheed to inquire into the events from January 14th to February 8th and relating to the transfer of power between him and Mohamed Nasheed, MDP Supremo, announced that under the third phase of the investigation the commission will summon political leaders for questioning.

Commission member Dr. Ibrahim Yasir said that the commission will commence the questioning from next week. He said that the commission has requested for Indian held and that Indian assistance during the investigation is expected from next month.

In view of the accusations made against the integrity of the commission member Ismail Shafeeu, he said that he does not want to make any comments on political questions or issues.

MDP has expressed its deep regret and disappointment at the composition of the Commission of National Inquiry established by President Dr. Waheed to investigate events surrounding the resignation of former President Nasheed.

“It does not include any eminent international experts. And the inclusion of individuals who held Cabinet posts during the autocratic government of former President Gayoom, including the appointment of a Chair –Ismail Shafeeu – who had held various ministerial posts under former President Gayoom including the position of Defense Minister at a time of widespread human rights abuses in the country, suggests that no effort has been made to ensure independence and impartiality,” the former ruling party said.