The nation is now passing through a critical moment due in part to the issues that have occupied the forefront in political discourse which are the end result of Mannan-Jalil meetings followed by the demand for the repeal of current electioneering system and caretaker government. The parliamentary election is due to be held in January next year and factions within and outside the political parties are emerging. One of which is worth mentioningCol. (retd) Oli Ahmed's so-called Jihad against corruption in the government which is known to be supported by many including former president Prof. Badruddoza Chowdhury. This initiative draws claps as it slaps the corrupt administration. Daunting task indeed, however, this initiative has pushed us to a big question mark. Firstly, had Mr. Oli been one of the big pool of the ministers of the Khaleda Zia administration, would he ever declare the war against corruption? The same is true about the former president. Had Bangabhaban not bid him an unceremonious goodbye would he be able to talk against the party's corruption? This is the party which these two recent jehadis belonged to for around last three decades. Has this nation been witnessing corruption only for the last few months?***To Col. Oli (retd)...
I am writing this note from Boston, USA to let you know that when I met you a few times before my departure for USA, I was happy to find that you had raised the voice against corruption in Bangladesh.
I am not a politician nor have I any thought to be one in the future. Please do make it clear to everyone that I am neither a politician nor a party to your or any political team. I had clearly mentioned that I would not take part in any election, which you clearly understood.
I am writing this note to mention that I am not in politics nor do I have any interest to get involved in future. I will always support anyone who is trying to eradicate corruption in Bangladesh.
Air Cdre. Moin ul Islam (retd), Medford Street , Malden, MA
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