In a shocking twist that has captivated the nation, the Maldivian police have arrested State Environment Minister Fathimath Shamnaz Ali Saleem. Accusations are flying that she performed “black magic” on none other than President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. This sensational arrest took place in the bustling capital city of Male, where Shamnaz was seized alongside two alleged accomplices.
Dark Arts in the Government of President Muizzu
Reports are swirling about the nature of Shamnaz’s detention. It has been extended for a week as investigations unfold. Specific details remain murky. The Sun, a local media outlet, has confirmed that Shamnaz is under scrutiny. She is in for casting black magic on President Muizzu.
Environmental Leadership in Jeopardy
Shamnaz’s arrest is particularly startling given her pivotal role in the Maldives. It is a nation on the front lines of the climate crisis. UN environmental experts have warned that rising sea levels threaten to submerge the archipelago by the end of the century. She is the state minister for environment, climate change and energy. Shamnaz’s fall from grace could have dire consequences for the Maldives’ environmental policies and its position in global climate negotiations.
Sorcery and Law
While sorcery isn’t listed as a criminal offense under the Maldives’ penal code, it’s a different story under Islamic law. It prescribes a six-month jail term for such practices. The archipelago is steeped in traditional rites believed to bestow favors or curses. This highlights the tension between age-old beliefs and contemporary legal frameworks.
Black Magic Accusations Turn Lethal
The nation remembers another dark chapter from April 2023. A 62-year-old woman was brutally murdered by three neighbors on Manadhoo. Accused of practicing black magic, her death followed a protracted police inquiry. This underscores the lethal potential of such allegations in Maldivian society.
The Fall of a Political Power Couple
Shamnaz’s arrest has also ensnared her husband, Adam Rameez. He is a minister in the President’s Office, who has been suspended in the fallout. Shamnaz has a long political journey. She went from serving on the Male City Council alongside President Muizzu to her role as a state minister at Muliaage and later the Environment Ministry.
Official Silence by President Muizzu
As the nation watches, the administration has yet to break its silence on this explosive case. The arrest and suspension of a key minister on charges of black magic have rocked the political landscape! Abracadabra!