Interim Leader of the Progressive Coalition, AbdulRaheem Abdulla and Deputy Leader of PNC Ibrahim Shujau has been released, after being arrested during opposition protests yesterday.

Spokesperson for the Progressive Coalition, Heena Waleed revealed that Shujau and Adhurey had been released this afternoon. Both of them were taken to the Dhoonidhoo Detention Facility last night.

Three members of the opposition leadership were arrested during the protests held today. This includes PPM Deputy Leader Ahmed Shiyam in addition to Adhurey and Shujau.

Shujau and Adhurey were arrested while protesting against the vaccine provided by India, in front of Dharubaaruge today. They have since been taken to the detention facility in Dhoonidhoo.

Shiyam was arrested during the protest held to call for the release of former President Abdulla Yameen. He was released moments after being arrested.

The opposition coalition as of late have been conducting a series of protests on the streets to. tackle various issues.