Tripoli, Libya – (African Boulevard News) – Libya’s internationally recognized, east-based parliament voted Tuesday to suspend its Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah. The parliament accused Dbeibah of failing to meet his government’s objectives, including addressing the worsening economic situation. Dbeibah’s suspension comes just a few months after he was appointed as the head of the unity government, tasked with steering the country to elections in December 2021.
The suspension vote was passed by 89 out of the 113 parliament members present in the eastern city of Tobruk, where the parliament is currently based. The Prime Minister was given ten days to respond to the allegations against him, and a committee has been formed to investigate him.
The speaker of the parliament, Aguila Saleh stated that “the government has failed miserably to provide basic services, including the provision of electricity, healthcare, and combating corruption.” He added, “our people are suffering, and we cannot allow the government to continue to ignore their needs.”
Dbeibah’s suspension raises significant concerns about the unity government’s future and whether it can hold its scheduled elections in December. Some analysts worry that the suspension could trigger further political instability and increased violence across the country.
Dbeibah has not yet commented on his suspension, but he mentioned in his previous address to the parliament, “achieving stability in Libya requires strong institutions and the support of all Libyans.” Meanwhile, some leaders of the western-based government have criticized the decision of the Tobruk-based parliament.
The United States, which is playing a significant role in supporting the unity government, expressed its concerns and urged all parties to work together to maintain stability and security in Libya. The spokesperson of the U.S Department of State, Ned Price, said “We call on all Libyan actors to refrain from taking actions to undermine the political process and to instead prioritize accountability, full transparency, and the needs of the Libyan people.”
However, many Libyans are skeptical about the parliament’s decision to suspend Dbeibah. Some believe that this suspension is politically motivated, and others think that there is no alternative to Dbeibah, especially at such a critical time when the country is in dire need of stability and progress.
In conclusion, the suspension of Libya’s Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, by the east-based parliament has raised concerns about the future of the unity government and the country’s stability. While some believe that the suspension is politically motivated, many Libyans are hoping for accountability and transparency. It remains to be seen how this move will impact the upcoming December elections and the country’s future.
