Wakit Tama urges chadian people to rally against authoritarian drift

The political wing of the Wakit Tama movement has intensified its call for a peaceful nationwide mobilization scheduled for May 16, 2026, denouncing what it describes as the Chadian government’s authoritarian slide under President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

During a press briefing held to outline the movement’s stance, Wakit Tama praised the resilience of Chadian journalists, who continue to defend truth and transparency despite facing severe pressures, intimidation, and repression.

warning about a deepening political crisis

The movement’s spokesperson, Abdelazim Mht Abakar, emphasized the urgency of alerting both national and international opinion to the gravity of Chad’s escalating political crisis. He highlighted recent developments, including the eight-year prison sentences handed down to eight political leaders from the GCAP coalition, which Wakit Tama condemned as a blatant miscarriage of justice.

« Chad’s judicial system has become a tool of political oppression, » Abakar declared, calling for the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners, including former Prime Minister Succès Masra and other detained activists.

silence from human rights groups and international partners

The movement also criticized the perceived inaction of human rights organizations and international partners in addressing the alleged violations of fundamental freedoms in Chad. « The Chadian people are not asking for charity or special treatment, » Abakar stated. « They demand justice, liberty, dignity, and the respect of human rights. »

As the May 16 mobilization approaches, Wakit Tama reaffirmed its determination to mobilize citizens against injustice, fear, and the erosion of freedoms. « The Chadian people will make their voices heard, » the spokesperson declared, vowing to challenge oppression and reclaim their rights through peaceful means.