This is not a personal attack on Shanko. He’s a good friend. I’m sharing this to discuss the broader issue, not just one individual case.
We should all agree that we cannot have it both ways.
As a PNC member, Shanko received three promotions under this government, rising to Deputy Director level. Those promotions were political decisions, influenced by political alignment.
Later, that alignment changed. Shanko left PNC, joined MDP, and was subsequently removed from his position. This too was a political decision.
If we genuinely want to fix this problem, we must be consistent. We cannot celebrate political influence in hiring and promotions when it benefits us, then condemn political influence only when it harms us.
A principle is either right all the time or it isn’t.
And this is not about Shanko alone. It applies to every individual who secured a job, promotion, or appointment through political connections rather than merit.
The day we collectively reject political appointments and politically-driven promotions in SOEs is the day politically motivated demotions and dismissals will begin to disappear as well.
Let it be known that Mahudhee died cause of Muizzu. He kept pressuring MNDF, pushing them non stop, fully aware they didn’t have the necessary equipment. Veteran diver @ShafrazNaeem’s advice was also dismissed, as far as I’m concerned. Muizzu wanted EU’s “thank you”, hoping 1/2
There’s some gardening activity happening near Hiyaa Tower 16, in the parking area. I appreciate initiatives like farming and gardening.
But a few concerns have been raised by nearby residents. Some waste has been left in the area, which is attracting flying insects and causing hygiene issues that are affecting Hiyaa residents.
Also, it seems this activity is being done without the necessary permission from HDC. Many others might also be interested in similar initiatives but might be holding back cause they want to follow the proper rules and procedures. So it’s not fair on them either. @hdcmaldives@PokmanMV
“As you also know Immigration has issued white and yellow weather alerts but @MMuizzu didn’t care, here’s here for you” — MP Abdul Sattar Mohamed (Holhudhoo Dhaairaa)
@ImmigrationMV