Houthi militia continues to replace teachers and employees with loyalists in Ibb, furthering their control over the region.
Houthi Militia Continues Campaign Against Teachers and State Employees
The Houthi militia is intensifying its campaign to exclude teachers and state employees in areas under its control. This effort involves dismissing individuals from public positions and replacing them with loyalists, all amid worsening living and economic conditions.
Widespread Dismissals in Key Sectors
Sources indicate that the militia has dismissed hundreds of employees across various sectors, particularly in education and health. Many of those affected have served in their roles for years, while others remain imprisoned as captives. This systematic exclusion raises concerns about the future of public services in these regions.
Teacher’s Struggle Highlighted
Activists recently shared a video featuring teacher Abdullah Farah, who works at the Martyrs’ Complex in Jabla, southwest of Ibb. In the video, he expresses his frustration over losing half of his salary after being removed from his public position. Despite his continuous service, his name has not been reinstated on the payroll list, even after he escalated his case from the school to the provincial education office and then to Sana’a.
Long-Term Commitment Ignored
Farah, who has dedicated 28 years to teaching, emphasizes that he has never missed a day of work. While his colleagues continue to receive their salaries, he has faced months without pay, despite previous assurances that his name would be added back to the payroll.
Broader Implications for Educators
According to educational sources, Farah’s situation reflects the struggles of thousands of teachers in Houthi-controlled areas. The militia has not paid salaries since October 2016 and has been systematically removing names from payrolls for months. This strategy aims to replace existing staff with loyalists and punish those who refuse to support the militia’s destructive agenda.
The ongoing situation poses significant challenges for education and public service in Yemen, as the Houthi militia continues to undermine the stability of essential institutions.
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