ON January 18, 2024, Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) released a report , That was the Awami League General Secretary and Minister of Road Transport and Bridges, Obaidul Quader, described as "one-sided and anti-government."

The 12th parliamentary election in Bangladesh, according to TIB's assessment released on Wednesday, was "not free and not inclusive."

At a press conference held this afternoon in the Awami League president's office in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, he declared, "They (TIB) are agents of BNP."

"TIB speaks in a BNP-like tone. According to history, they were never in favor of the Awami League. On behalf of BNP, they speak, We were unable to determine the objectivity of their investigation." The AL leader stated.

There exist certain organizations that discuss incidents. They believe five hundred died if one hundred perish. TIB is comparable to them. Padma Bridge is not feasible, according to TIB and CPD. Everything cannot be resolved by filing a case. A few remarks are made regarding public opinion. Politics will be used to address them," he declared.


While acknowledging the presence of political strategies and disputes among parties, Quader said, "Under Sheikh Hasina's leadership, the Awami League navigates through problems that are inherent in politics. The party is still unified in confronting issues as they emerge.

"Decisions regarding local government elections, including upazilas, and the use of party symbols will be finalized in the Awami League board meeting," Quader stated in reference to the impending local elections.

"Clarity on the opposition party will emerge once the session commences," was Quader's response when asked which party would form the opposition in the parliament.


"Sheikh Hasina has provided instructions on commodity prices," Quader said in reference to commodity prices. Based on the realities on the ground, ministries are developing action plans that include pricing control measures.

Among the figures present at the press briefing were Sujit Roy Nandi, SM Kamal Hossain, and AL Organizing Secretary BM Mozammel Haque.