Libyan PM Survives Apparent Assassination Attempt

By Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Published: February 10, 2022 | 9:05 AM GMT

Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah has survived an apparent assassination attempt by unknown assailants.

Several rounds ‘struck’ his car as it was being driven through the capital, Tripoli, early on Thursday, as gunmen fled the scene.

“Rival factions have been vying for control of Libya, and a parliament based in the east of the country is to vote later on Thursday on a replacement prime minister for a government of national unity.

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Dbeibah has said he will ignore the outcome of the ballot.

An election to choose a new government was postponed last December but no vote is now expected this year

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Libyan PM Survives Apparent Assassination Attempt

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About Tolulope Dolapo Thomas

Tolulope Dolapo Thomas, BSc, is a Public Health Educator and Broadcast Journalist with extensive experience in radio and television. She specializes in Health Promotion, Sexual and Reproductive/Fertility Health, and Environmental Health. Certified in CPR and First Aid, Tolulope is passionate about empowering women through evidence-based public health education, fertility awareness, and community sensitization. She is currently pursuing an MSc in Public Health and is the founder of Everywoman Health by TD, a women-focused health platform dedicated to providing accurate, accessible, and trustworthy guidance for women at every stage of life.