A group of employees at the Maldives Broadcasting Commission (Broadcom) have walked off the job following the suspension of Secretary General Maryam Zeeniya. Ten of the 25 staff members returned home on Wednesday in protest of the decision.
Zeeniya was suspended for three days over allegations of failing to cooperate with commission decisions and showing disrespect toward its members. However, some employees have voiced concern over the suspension, claiming it was carried out without following proper procedures and in violation of the administrative structure. Several described it as an attempt to intimidate staff.
The walkout follows a petition submitted to Parliament, signed by 15 employees, raising serious allegations against members of the commission. These include claims of spying on staff, personal harassment, and the denial of overtime pay. The petition calls on Parliament to investigate and resolve the issues.
The staff's collective action underscores growing tensions within the commission, as employees demand transparency, accountability, and fair treatment in the workplace.
Zeeniya was suspended for three days over allegations of failing to cooperate with commission decisions and showing disrespect toward its members. However, some employees have voiced concern over the suspension, claiming it was carried out without following proper procedures and in violation of the administrative structure. Several described it as an attempt to intimidate staff.
The walkout follows a petition submitted to Parliament, signed by 15 employees, raising serious allegations against members of the commission. These include claims of spying on staff, personal harassment, and the denial of overtime pay. The petition calls on Parliament to investigate and resolve the issues.
The staff's collective action underscores growing tensions within the commission, as employees demand transparency, accountability, and fair treatment in the workplace.
