The emergency bans protests and restricts publications that could be deemed to incite violence. It was imposed on Feb. 16, a day after Hailemariam Desalegn announced his surprise resignation. The parliament's approval of emergency rule was expected. "Emergency rule became necessary for stability." Some Oromo legislators who voted against the emergency rule bill sought clarifications on its implementation, saying human rights violations could take place.

Source: Ethiopian News March 03, 2018 13:52 UTC