Prosecutor General of Ashgabat dismissed and arrested in Turkmenistan
Prosecutor General Ovezmammed Shykhmammedov of Ashgabat has been dismissed from his position following the removal of the Prosecutor General of Turkmenistan. Shykhmammedov has also been taken under arrest, according to reports from Turkmen.news.
The resignation of Shykhmammedov was decreed by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on February 2. The decree states that Shykhmammedov was dismissed due to the improper performance of official duties and serious shortcomings in his work.
Sources have revealed that Shykhmammedov was arrested at night by employees of the Ministry of National Security. Even the prosecutor’s office remains unaware of the reasons behind the detention, according to the sources.
Just two weeks prior, Serdar Myalikgulyev, the Prosecutor General of Turkmenistan, was fired for his failure to fulfill his duties adequately and the poor quality of work conducted by the prosecutor’s office. Myalikgulyev held the position for only a year and a half. Shykhmammedov then took over as the prosecutor of Ashgabat after previously heading the prosecutor’s office of the Bagtyyarlyk district in the capital.
This recent dismissal and arrest of the Prosecutor General of Ashgabat has raised concerns about the functioning of the legal system and the state of law enforcement in Turkmenistan. The lack of clarity surrounding the reasons for Shykhmammedov’s arrest has only added to the speculation and uncertainty.
The dismissal of the two highest-ranked prosecutors in Turkmenistan within such a short span of time has sparked discussions about potential deeper issues within the country’s justice system. Questions arise regarding the effectiveness and impartiality of the prosecutor’s office, as these dismissals suggest a failure to deliver justice and maintain transparency.
As investigations into the arrests continue, the public eagerly awaits further information regarding the actions that led to the dismissals. Transparency and accountability within the legal system are crucial for upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice for all citizens.
The arrests are likely to have significant consequences for the political and legal landscape of Turkmenistan. It remains to be seen how the country’s leadership will address these developments and what measures will be taken to restore trust in the prosecutor’s office and the overall justice system.
The dismissal and subsequent arrest of the Prosecutor General of Ashgabat highlight an urgent need for reform and a thorough examination of the workings of Turkmenistan’s legal institutions. Citizens hope for a fair and transparent process that will guarantee justice and protect their rights.
The story continues to unfold, and it is crucial to monitor the situation closely to assess the long-term implications of these actions on the state of law and order in Turkmenistan.
