Lemma appeared on VOA Oromo to explain about his difference with Abiy Ahmed. While some considered Lemma’s political departure as a “blow” to Abiy Ahmed led reform efforts, others claimed it was actually inconsequential saying that he could only join Jawar Mohammed’s radical quarter. Apparently, there was backroom mediation effort to restore Lemma Megersa back to the reformist team. What is clearly known is that Lemma Megersa made a “working visit” to the United States just days after his difference with Abiy came to the open. Andafta media put together the following reportage ( audio in Amharic) regarding his return, which is yet to be confirmed by other sources.

Source: Ethiopian News December 23, 2019 17:15 UTC