Adhadhu has filed a formal complaint with the Citizens' Complaints Bureau today, following the President's Office's failure to respond to a written request seeking clarification on its decision to bar Adhadhu and its journalists from all official press conferences.
The President's Office made the decision on May 11, citing a Criminal Court order related to ongoing investigations into the documentary "Aisha" produced by this outlet, including related criminal proceedings. On that day, Adhadhu journalist Mohamed Shahzan was forcibly removed from a scheduled press conference.
Adhadhu officially requested a written explanation for the ban on May 18. Despite nearly two months passing since the request was submitted, the President's Office has yet to provide a response.
Adhadhu has requested the Citizens' Complaints Bureau to ensure a response is provided and to investigate the reasons behind the prolonged delay.
The Criminal Court "gag order" was issued in connection with charges filed against Adhadhu’s CEO, Hussain Fiyaz Moosa, and Editor, Hassan Mohamed. The order prohibits the dissemination of the documentary and bars any direct or indirect discussion about its contents.
