GUJI ZONE, ETHIOPIA : A heartbreaking incident has shaken the Liban District of East Guji Zone, as local resident Gabi Ketalo Jedala was fatally shot by the National Defence Force in Hardot Kebele on Monday, February 26, 2017. The attack occurred at approximately 4:00 AM, just days after Gabi’s wedding, leaving the community in mourning and demanding answers.
Gabi Ketalo Jedala, a resident of Hardot Kebele in Liban District, East Guji Zone, had recently celebrated his marriage this past Friday. Tragically, less than a week later, he was killed outside his home in an early-morning confrontation with government forces. Local sources report the incident has intensified concerns over ongoing violence targeting civilians in Guji Zone, a region historically known for its fertile lands and cultural significance.
The killing has sparked outcry across Guji Zone, with residents calling for transparency and justice. Community leaders in Liban District have urged regional authorities to investigate the circumstances of Gabi’s death and address the escalating tensions in Hardot Kebele and surrounding areas.
