May-Day Protest: Chairperson of MDP, Ali Waheed has been arrested
Summary
Welcome to the live coverage of the mass rally led by Adhaalath Party and organised by opposition parties, to “end cruelty”.
03:23
MNDF condemns the brutal attacks on the two police officers by the May-Day Protestors in Male’.
Using beloved citizens to carry out such brutal attacks on the Maldivian security forces is not something this institute would accept. And the organizers of these rallies should take full responsibilities for these cruel actions.
03:23
Defence Minister, Moosa Ali Jaleel has said that we should bring those responsible for today’s protest to justice.
We should bring the people who organized the protest in front of justice.
Maldivian Police does a strong work to guarantee and maintain the religious unity, safety and security of this country.
01:42
Superintendent of Police, Abdulla Navaaz said that the culprits involved on the attack on the Police officer tonight would be found and a case would be sent to the Prosecutor General’s Office after a complete investigation.
01:36
Superintendent of Police, Abdulla Navaz has said that the Leader of Adhaalath Party, Sheikh Imran Abdulla was arrested in a case under investigation regarding the protest rally that began this afternoon.
01:34
A 193 people have been arrested in the protest. A high number of women are among them, says the Superintendent of Police, Abdulla Navaaz.
Inside the Police press conference tonight - Sun Photo: Fathimath Saeed
01:32
Deputy Leader of MDA, Aishath Rafiyya, who is in the government coalition, has asked that while the opposition is accusing this government of brutality, if it is not when protestors attack the Police.
MNDF publicizes video of the assault on the Police officer to find the culprits of the attack. Anyone with information on this brutal attack is advised to call 991-1099 and share the information.
Minister Adheeb said that the opposition is continuing protests because they are impatient with the success of the government projects.
01:06
Talking to SunTV, Tourism Minister Ahmed Adheeb said that the opposition protest is an organized act of violence and government authorities have to work to bring the people behind it to justice.
01:05
MDP Secretariat has said that they have received information that 170 people have been arrested in the protest so far. But there has been no word from the Police about the number of arrests today. Sources say that everyone arrested in the protest was taken to Dhoonidhoo.
Commissioner of Police, Hussain Waheed has met with the two injured officers in today’s protest before being sent abroad. Police say that a Police doctor would go with the two injured officers.
Commissioner of Police, Hussain Waheed meeting with the two injured officers in today’s protest before being sent abroad - Photo: Hussain Hassan
00:54
Preparations are being made to send the two officers who were seriously injured in today's for further treatment abroad.
Member of the Election Commission, Mohamed Shakeel has said that the freedom of speech should be exercised with respect to the rights of others and within the law.
Elections Commission has said that they do not believe that the ongoing protest demonstration organized by Adhaalath Party with MDP’s participation is a peaceful protest.
Adhaalath Party isve ove MDP aai eku mihaaru Male' gai kuriyahgendhaa Muzaaharaa akee sulahaveri muzaaharaa ehkamah nudheken.
President Maumoon has said that he “salute” the Police for their conduct tonight in controlling today’s protest demonstration.
I salute police for their discipline & professionalism in controlling violence during today's opposition demonstration.
— Maumoon Abdul Gayoom (@maumoonagayoom) May 1, 2015
23:57
Police have said that the two officers seriously injured while trying to control tonight’s protest would be sent abroad for treatment around 12:30 a.m. tonight.
23:50
Spokesperson of the President’s office has said that there would be “no more discussions with Sheikh Imran” by President or any government entity.
"Raeesuljumhooriyyaage faraaipulhun adhi dhivehi sarukaarun ves Sheikh @ShimranAb aa dhen mashvaraa eh nukuraane" -im
Police says that the officer injured in protestors’ attack sustained major head trauma.
Head trauma on the injured officer - Photo: Police
22:42
Security forces have to protect an elected government. President Yamin has not resigned. The Parliament majority is with PPM. PPM Parliamentary Group would fully support President Yamin.
22:42
They are attacking individual Police officers. Now it’s acts of terrorism.
22:39
Only a few protestors remain on Chaandhanee Magu now. The leaders of the rally are not at the scene.
22:35
The statement issued by the Police Integrity Commission tonight says that the Police are operating patiently and within the laws and regulations to control and dismantle the ongoing protest.
And the Police have only used necessary force so far.
22:33
Police Integrity Commission has said that the Police are conducting within the regulations in the ongoing opposition protest.
22:17
Journalists of RaajjeTV have been expelled from the Police parameter. Police said that they cannot be in the area and they were expelled because they are reporting false news that supports an illegal protest from within the parameter.
22:10
Police have seized the sound system used by the protestors.
22:03
Police requests that any damage to property, household or any other item to be reported to 9888999 and share the details.
21:57
If there is a complain about a leader of a country, you have to advise him. Going about any other way is not good
21:55
Islamic Minister, Dr. Shaheem has said that there are there are regulations in the Islam and the Maldivian constitution and all protestors should continue forward within those regulations.
21:49
Tear gas in the protest sends two people to IGM hospital. One released after treatment.
ADK hospital said they treated one person affected by tear gas and has been released.
Man affected by tear gas being taken to the hospital in a pickup
21:48
Police officer in serious condition after attack from protestors. Police are trying to disperse the crowd without warning.
Blood at the scene of the protest
21:48
A group in among the protestors attack two Police officers and two media personnel sustaining serious injuries.
21:44
Speaking to Sun TV, Islamic Minister, Dr. Mohamed Shaheem said that the Islamic Sharia dictates rules to correct things.
There are ways in Islam to correct things. The good way in the religion is to discuss with the leaders, advising them, other ways are not the best way
Islamic Minister, Dr. Mohamed Shaheem - Sun file photo
21:40
Protestors attempted to breach the police barricade near the Chaandhanee Magu Ooredoo shop.
Protestors at Chaandhanee Magu - Sun Photo: Adam Nazeer
21:39
A large number of protesters and police are present on Chaandhanee Magu.
21:36
Dr Muizzu told Sun TV that today’s protest is a planned event, where protesters prioritise cruelty.
21:34
President Yameen’s plans are based on what’s best for the country. He will not tolerate cruelty. He remains steadfast.
21:33
Special Operations officers have made several arrests on Chaandhanee Magu.
21:30
Police officers pick up the flags thrown by protesters.
21:28
Deputy Leader of JP Ameen Ibrahim has said on Raajje TV, that they will remain undeterred until they are able to produce the desired result.
President Yameen is invited for discussions. We will be here.
Deputy Leader of JP Ameen Ibrahim
21:22
Housing Minister Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said that protesters, in the guise of protesting against cruelty, are being cruel against the public.
Housing Minister Dr Mohamed Muizzu
21:19
Protesters near Asrafee Bookshop on Chaandhanee Magu have thrown glass bottles at police.
Protesters on Chaandhanee Magu
21:15
Protesters have thrown cutter-knife blades at police on Lily Magu.
A police officer shows a cutter-knife blade thrown by protesters - Sun photo: Ali Naseer
21:05
Police have confiscated wooden sticks from protesters.
Wooden sticks confiscated by police - Photo: Police
20:56
The people who led the protest have left the area. Only few MPs remain with the protesters.
00:00
Speaking on TVM News, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dunya Maumoon said that protests where protesters attack security forces, will not be allowed to proceed in any country around the world.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dunya Maumoon
20:19
Senior members of the police and MNDF near Shaheed Hussain Adam Building – Photo: Police
20:16
Several protesters who were affected by the tear gas are receiving treatment at the hospital. No one is in serious condition.
20:16
Police will take necessary action as allowed by the law, says Superintendent of Police Abdulla Nawaz.
20:14
Housing Minister on Twitter:
Strongly condemn the brutal attack on the armed forces by the protest held today. Such violence cannot be tolerated.
Superintendent of Police Abdulla Nawaz has said at an ongoing press conference, that efforts are under way to identify individuals who should be investigated in relation to the protest.
20:12
Police warn the public, that some protesters are causing damage to vehicles parked on the streets.
19:57
Housing Minister on Twitter: “What can a group of people who are cruel towards our national flag, do 'against cruelty'?”
Dhivehin ge fakhuru veri qaumee dhidha ah aniyaaveri vaa bayakah "aniyaaverikamaa dhekolhah" kureveynee kon kameh?! pic.twitter.com/2uSPLjX2wV
Home Minister Umar Naseer has said that “there is no way that the government can be overthrown by taking to the streets”.
The ongoing ‘film’ by opposition parties has been watched repeatedly by the government. We know exactly what will happen and how it will end.
19:32
Umar Naseer also said that MDP does not have capability to overthrow the government.
19:29
Home Minister Umar Naseer has said in an interview, “the government will not release Nasheed”.
19:26
A police officer has been hit by a brick thrown by a protester, and is receiving treatment.
19:24
Everyone always has the right to protest. However, police will take necessary action if protesters engage in illegal activities.
19:18
Minister of Youth and Sports Mohamed Maleeh Jamal on Twitter: "Inciting violence and disrupting peace and order, is not within the boundaries of freedom of expression."
Tear gas has also been used near Meerubahuru harbour.
19:12
Police officers have entered fish market area in a vehicle, and made several arrests.
Arrests near fish market - Sun photo: Ali Naseer
19:09
Police have also warned that protesters who have their faces covered, will be arrested.
Police arrest a protester
19:05
Protesters are threatening to set fire to property. Police said that this will not be tolerated, and action will be taken against individuals encouraging such activities.
18:59
Police have said that the protest is not peaceful, and will be broken up soon
18:58
The pick-up drive has been arrested.
18:57
There is no one leading the protest near the fish market.
18:55
Reporters are allowed back in the fish market area.
18:54
Several arrests have been made near the fish market, including some protesters who had their faces covered.
Police arrest a protester near the fish market
18:45
Journalists have been removed from Fish Market area.
18:43
A pick-up truck has broken through police lines at a fast speed, near Islamic Centre. Some police officers have been injured.
A pick-up truck has broken through police lines – Sun photo: Yoosuf Sofwan
18:42
Police have used tear gas near Fish Market.
After police used tear gas near Fish Market
18:39
Police are preparing to use pepper spray to disperse the crowd near the Fish Market.
18:23
Police have issued the final warning to protesters near Dhiraagu to leave the area, after some of them tried to break through the barricades.
18:22
Police: Efforts are under way to disperse the crowd near the traffic light near Dhiraagu on Chaandhanee Magu. Arrests have been made for refusing to obey police instructions.
18:21
Police: It has been observed that some protesters have their faces covered.
18:12
Minister of Home Affairs Umar Naseer, on Twitter:
On 23rd Dec 2011, we deployed to Raalhugandu, over 23,000 people against Anni. Today I see less than half of that. Long way to go.
The prayer has been concluded. Leaders have urged protesters to go to Islamic Centre for Maghrib prayer.
18:06
I urge protesters to end the baseless accusations, and protest in a more responsible manner. I condemn the incitement of illegal activities by protesters.
18:00
Protesters are saying a prayer, led by AP President Imran.
17:57
MDP Chairperson Ali Waheed has urged police and security officers to remain steadfast in their duty to defend the nation.
17:53
Housing Minister Dr Mohamed Muizzu on Twitter: “I have been told by a senior member of AP, that the protest led by AP today is not allowed in the religion.”
AP in miadhu hingaa harakaathakee dheenee gothun eggothakavves huhdha noon kameh kan APge emme senior eh sheikh alhugandu gaathu vidhaalhuvi
President Yameen can only continue to be President if he signs an agreement with opposition parties, says Imran.
17:40
AP President Imran has said that he did try to get the government on the right track, but realised with the verdict against former Defence Minister, that the government’s intentions were not good.
AP President Imran at the protest – Sun photo: Yoosuf Sofwan
17:35
Every citizen must work to save the country, for the sake of our children.
17:32
MP Ahmed Mahloof has said that opposition parties will end strife and establish justice in the country.
17:30
We are protesting today, because political leaders are being arrested and businesses are being destroyed.
17:29
Deputy Leader of JP Ameen Ibrahim has said that opposition parties have taken to the streets to make sure their voices are heard by the government.
17:19
All Muslims must stand up against cruelty, Former Islamic Affairs Minister Abdul Baaree says at the protest.
17:09
Public Affairs Coordinator of the President's Office, Aishath Liza, on Twitter: “Opposition parties have still not been able to clarify to the government, exactly which rights the people have lost.”
Protesters are calling for the release of former President Mohamed Nasheed and former Minister of Defence Mohamed Nazim.
16:58
Speaking during the protest, Imran has said that the activity is lawful and peaceful.
16:55
The crowd has passed Sosun Magu and is continuing along Majeedee Magu.
Protesters continue along Majeedee Magu – Sun photo: Yoosuf Sofwan
16:55
The protest is led by President of Adhaalath Party Imran Abdulla, Chairperson of MDP Ali Waheed, MP Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, and Deputy Leader of Jumhooree Party Ameen Ibrahim.
16:54
Former Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr Abdul Majeed Abdul Baaree has joined the protest.
16:51
Other notable participants include Addu City Mayor Abdulla Sodig and Addu City Councillors.
16:50
Former Minister of Health Dr Maryam Shakeela is participating in the protest.
16:41
Protesters begin their march, towards Maafannu on Majeedee Magu.
16:34
MDP Chairperson Ali Waheed on Twitter: “‘Nihil Labore Difficile’. Nothing is impossible with hard work.”
"Nihil Labore Difficile."
Nothing is impossible with hard work.
Minister of Tourism Ahmed Adeeb on Twitter: “It is sad that a person who does not work, is trying to politicise labour day. Labour Day Greetings to all, cheers.”
Athun Fain Eves Masahkatheh Nukuraa Meehaku Massakaitherin Ge Dhuvas Siyasee Kurathee Hithaama Kuran , Labour Day Greetings To All , Cheers
LOCAL EDITION
