Patriotic Ginbot 7 (PG7), an Eritrean based rebel group, has declared that it wants to return to Ethiopia to pursue a peaceful struggle.
In a statement confirmed by PG7 leader, Dr Bernahu Nega, the party said they have been encouraged by reforms undertaken by the new prime minister, Abiy Ahmed.
Berhanu Nega was recently pardoned by Ethiopia’s attorney general. He had been accused of leading the 2015 anti-government protests, charged under the country’s anti-terrorism laws.
The government recently started talks with 13 political parties to amend sections of the anti-terrorism law. PM Abiy has also continued to implement reforms including asking exiled opposition groups to return home.
He also played a role in the pardon of Andargachew Tsige who was sentenced to death in absentia in 2009 over his role in the opposition group PG7. The PG7 statement added that they are interested in civilised politics and are keenly following the ongoing reforms, as they seek ways to contribute practical steps.
