The Ethiopian National Rehabilitation Commission has called on militants in the Tigray region to disarm and join a rehabilitation program. On October 6, 2026, the commission's deputy commissioner, Brigadier General Derbe Mekuriaw, made the announcement. The commission has been working to reintegrate former militants into society since November 2017.
According to Brigadier General Derbe, the government has been working to rehabilitate former militants and reintegrate them into normal life. The government has allocated significant resources to support the rehabilitation program in the Tigray region. However, the process has faced challenges due to the actions of the illegal TPLF group.
The TPLF group had signed the Pretoria agreement but later frustrated the disarmament process, preventing many militants from accessing rehabilitation training. The group also forcibly recruited young people for further conflict. Despite these challenges, the government has continued to work towards ensuring the rehabilitation program remains on track.
The government has reiterated its commitment to the peace process and urged militants to take advantage of the rehabilitation program. The program aims to provide former militants with skills and support to reintegrate into society. Many militants have already joined the program and are receiving training.
The government has assured that it remains committed to supporting the rehabilitation of former militants. The rehabilitation program is part of a broader effort to bring peace and stability to the Tigray region. The government has called on militants to surrender their arms and join the program.
The Ethiopian government has made significant efforts to promote peace and stability in the Tigray region. The rehabilitation program is a key component of these efforts. The government has urged all stakeholders to support the program and help bring an end to conflict in the region.
The call for militants to disarm and join the rehabilitation program comes as the government continues to work towards promoting peace and stability in the Tigray region. The government has reiterated its commitment to supporting the rehabilitation of former militants and promoting sustainable peace in the region.
Key points
- The Ethiopian government has called on militants in the Tigray region to disarm and join a rehabilitation program aimed at reintegrating them into society.
- The rehabilitation program has been working to support former militants since November 2017 and has made significant progress despite challenges.
- The government has reiterated its commitment to promoting peace and stability in the Tigray region and supporting the rehabilitation of former militants.
