A recent announcement regarding the formation of a new RSF-backed government in Sudan has caused a rift within the National Umma Party, primarily due to leader Fadlallah Burma Nasir’s support for the initiative. This has sparked criticism from key party members, leading to calls for a reassessment of his position. A meeting is expected to address the party’s stance on these developments.
On February 16, 2025, reports emerged about a postponed announcement regarding a new government in regions under the control of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan. The delay was confirmed by Al-Hadi Idris, a leader in the Sudanese Revolutionary Front, along with the news that Fadlallah Burma Nasir, head of the National Umma Party, will sign the charter establishing this new government. Burma’s involvement follows multiple discussions concerning a parallel administration, including considerations about his potential role in the presidency of the Sovereign Council.
Despite these developments, the National Umma Party exhibits a schism in its support for the RSF-backed government. Secretary-General Al-Wathiq Al-Berair voiced concerns over the rising threat of national fragmentation, asserting that the party disassociates itself from the new government. Criticism emerged from within, notably from Rabah Al-Sadiq, a senior party member who denounced Burma’s endorsement, labeling it “political suicide” and an effort to undermine the party’s core values of democracy and national unity.
Al-Sadiq further highlighted the imperative of adhering to the party’s foundational principles and called for an urgent reassessment of Burma’s position by party institutions. She insisted that if he continues to defy the party’s stance, he should align himself with the division strategies attributed to the RSF and the United Arab Emirates. Consequently, sources indicate that the National Umma Party’s political bureau will convene soon to deliberate on a formal response regarding the parallel government and ongoing developments.
The growing discord within the National Umma Party over Fadlallah Burma Nasir’s support for the RSF-backed government highlights significant internal conflicts regarding the party’s core principles. The party leadership emphasizes the need for unity and adherence to democratic values, revealing deep concerns about national integrity and political fragmentation. With upcoming meetings planned, the party aims to clarify its official position amidst these divisions.
Original Source: sudantribune.com
