And most Ethiopians who are non-ethnic Oromo were not only unhappy about his speech but they were very critical of him. As well, OPDO vowed to fight ethnic-radicalism and at one point undertook massive purge of members who were believed to be advancing radical Oromo ethnic nationalism from within administrative structures in the Oromo region of Ethiopia. It has also demonstrated, as many seem to believe, political power takeover turn that radical Oromo ethnic nationalists are claiming. On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, Oromo Democratic Party has issued a statement in an apparent move to explain the Oromo region’s acting president speech at Meskel Square. Despite its claim of determination to fight ethnic radicalism, ODP has demonstrated patterns of heeding to entities that espouse radical ethnic Oromo nationalism.

Source: Ethiopian News October 10, 2019 00:11 UTC