“Legal action must be taken against those who are engaging in activities that are against the principles of the Awami League under the banner of the Awami Olama League,” he said in a statement. While the ruling party had previously distanced itself from the Olama League, widely criticised for its controversial activities, central leaders of the Awami League have attended numerous Olama League programmes. The Olama League also identifies itself as a pro-Awami League organisation. “We want to clearly state that the Awami League does not have any affiliate organisation or committee by the name of Awami Olama League. The Islamic organisation’s activities under the banner of the Awami Olama League are “completely unethical and unlawful,” added the Awami League office secretary.

Source: bd News24 January 21, 2019 16:41 UTC