The Prime Minister of the Libyan Parliament-designated government, Osama Hamma called on the Attorney General to initiate legal proceedings against his rival PM, Abdel-Hamid Dbaiba, and Finance Minister, Khaled Al-Mabrouk.
He also accused them of “undermining and tarnishing the reputation of the Director-General of Customs, Colonel Adel Al-Awami, in addition to challenging his excellent job performance.”
Hammad affirmed that Al-Awami has been temporarily assigned the duties of the Director-General of Customs by a decision of the Minister of Planning and Finance, no. 29 for the year 2022.
He mentioned that the decision was issued by his “legitimate government” with administrative legitimacy and full authority after gaining the confidence of the Libyan Parliament.
Libya has been in chaos since a NATO-backed uprising toppled longtime leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011. The county has for years been split between rival administrations.
Libya’s economy, heavily reliant on oil, has suffered due to the ongoing conflict. The instability has led to fluctuations in oil production and prices, impacting the global oil market and Libya’s economy.
The conflict has led to a significant humanitarian crisis in Libya, with thousands of people killed, and many more displaced. Migrants and refugees using Libya as a transit point to Europe have also faced dire conditions.
The planned elections for December 2021 were delayed due to disagreements over election laws and the eligibility of certain candidates. This delay has raised concerns about the feasibility of a peaceful political transition.
Despite the ceasefire, security remains a significant concern with sporadic fighting and the presence of mercenaries and foreign fighters. The unification of the military and the removal of foreign forces are crucial challenges.