Unity key to bring Hasina back for trial: CA's Press Secretary

Chief Adviser's Press Secretary, Shafiqul Alam, on Saturday emphasized the importance of unity in ensuring justice for past political crimes. 

Speaking at a seminar at Islamic University (IU) in Kushtia, he declared, "If we stay united, we will be able to bring the former Prime Minister back to the country and hold her accountable."

The seminar titled 'Aspiration of the July Revolution and the Media' was held at the Birshreshtha Hamidur Rahman central auditorium at 10:00am which was jointly organized by the Islamic University Journalist's Association (IUJA) and University authority.

Marking the seminar, CA's press secretary, Mr Shafiqul Alam, also the keynote speaker of the event said, "Islamic University is an important institution in Bangladesh. It is highly commendable that half of the students here are female, which creates a very positive image." 

Referring to the July Movement documentary showcased during the event, he lauded the active participation and leadership of women, urging the university to honor the martyrs by renaming dormitories that still reflect the legacy of dictatorship.

Recalling his involvement in the July uprising, Mr. Alam shared, "During the Internet shutdown, my office remained connected, allowing us to transmit crucial news to the international media."  

In just five months, the country has achieved stability. Some may think that the interim government is working at a slow pace, but in reality, economic recovery has been achieved. Economic momentum has increased. Justice and accountability are being ensured through the trials of disappearances, murders, and genocides. As part of this legal process, we will bring the former Prime Minister back to the country for trial, he also added.

In the seminar, Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Nakib Muhammad Nasrullah graced the event as the chief guest while the session was presided over by the chairman of Communication and Multimedia Journalism department, Professor Dr Rashiduzzaman. IUJA secretary Tajmul Haque Jaeem conducted the event.

Special guests included Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Yeaqub Ali, Treasurer Professor Dr. Jahangir Alam, and Professor Dr. Hossain Al Mamun from Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST). S.M. Rashidul Islam, Special Correspondent of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS), also delivered a speech.