When a Person Becomes a Responsibility
Amidst the uncertainty in Bangladesh a rumor began circulating that the Interim Government’s Chief Advisor, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, might step down.
Bangladesh stands at a crossroads today. We are going through a challenging period where people’s hopes, movements, sacrifices, and dreams for a better tomorrow are all converging into an unfolding story of change. In such a time, the question arises that “Who will lead us forward?”
Yet, amidst all this noise came a quiet reassurance. Dr. Yunus himself did not issue any formal statement, but one of his close aides, ICT Affairs Special Assistant Fayez Ahmed Tayyeb, stepped forward in support. In a brief but bold Facebook post, he wrote: “The Chief Advisor will not resign. He doesn’t need power but Bangladesh needs him.”
Dr. Yunus is the kind of man who once launched an economic revolution with just $27 the beginning of what we now know as Grameen Bank. Times have changed, the face of the nation has changed but certain individuals grow larger than the time they live in. Today, as Bangladesh waits for a new dawn, that same courageous voice has come forward again.
Fayez Ahmed wrote that “After coming to power with the consent of the people following a mass uprising, the professor has shown success. Now the cabinet must become more efficient. The advisors must show visible progress. Let the people see that this change is not just a slogan, but reality.”
“Politics Must Be About Dialogue, Not Division”
Politics in Bangladesh has often been reduced to blame games. But according to Fayez Ahmed, this time calls for something different dialogue. Sitting together, listening, understanding, and planning the way forward together.
He stated, “The government must now engage in deeper discussions with political parties. Their opinions must be heard regularly. Isolation is not acceptable in any form.”
“The Army- A Symbol of Pride, Not a Political Tool”
Recent discussions have surfaced about the military’s role in politics. Addressing this sensitively but firmly, Fayez Ahmed said, “The Bangladesh Army is a source of pride and trust for our nation. They must remain in that honorable role. Sudden political involvement by the military is not acceptable in any civilized society. Politics is not their role. They deserve respect not responsibility for governance.”
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International Reactions
The United Nations, European Union, and several key donor countries have welcomed this decision. They expressed hope that Dr. Yunus will lead inclusive dialogues with all parties and lay the foundation for a credible and widely accepted election roadmap.
“The July Accord, Elections and Faith in Insha-Allah”
Fayez Ahmed expressed hope that national elections will be held in April 2025. But elections alone are not enough. They must be credible, acceptable, and capable of shaping the nation’s future.
He wrote, “In July and August, we will celebrate the one-year anniversary of the people’s uprising. At that time, we hope to see justice served against autocratic forces. Insha Allah, we will not lose and we cannot be defeated.”
Inquilab Zindabad. Long live Professor Yunus. Long live Bangladesh.
A Pledge and a Responsibility of Dr. Muhammad Yunus
The facebook post of Fayez is a call of the moment, a reflection of national responsibility. Dr. Muhammad Yunus may not be a traditional political leader but he is a leader for this moment. We all know the world will go on without him. But with him, perhaps it will move a little better.
Right now, Bangladesh longs for a leader like him humble, yet resolute. Not driven by greed for power, nor burdened by obligations but standing firm out of love and duty. Dr. Muhammad Yunus’s decision not to resign has stirred new momentum in the country’s political landscape. Whether this decision will guide the country out of crisis or deepen it depends on the actions his government takes next. One thing is clear, though the people no longer want just words. They want real change.
