Former Secretary General of the Authenticity and Modernity Party, Ilyas El Omari has emerged from a prolonged absence from the political scene, shedding light on the personal decision that led to his departure.
In an exclusive interview with Hespress, El Omari revealed that he had been absent from 2017 to 2023, emphasizing that although he had not entirely disconnected from political developments, he recently reengaged with current affairs.
He expressed his intention to continue his withdrawal from the political arena and focus on his personal life, while also announcing an upcoming media venture through “Cape Radio” in Tangiers.
El Omari explained that his decision to withdraw from political work was driven by a deep conviction to introspect and confront his past mistakes and those he may have offended.
El Omari underscored the significance of his five-year hiatus, revealing that it had provided invaluable opportunities for self-discovery and introspection.
While he chose not to discuss past matters, he emphasized the lessons he had learned and issued a cautionary message against the dangers of arrogance and inflated self-importance.
Addressing his role in promoting the ascent of various politicians to positions of responsibility during his tenure as Secretary General of the party party, El Omari vehemently denied allegations that he had acted on the orders of any political faction.
Asserting his independence, he stated unequivocally that he had never been dictated to in his 14-year political career.
Refuting suggestions that his absence stemmed from disappointment following his unsuccessful bid against the Justice and Development Party in the 2016 elections, El Omari categorically dismissed any such connection.
He reaffirmed that his withdrawal was rooted in personal conviction and not influenced by external factors.
“I withdrew from political work out of personal conviction (…) I did not want to be in anybody’s place. My eyes were not on leadership because I was sure that we would not be in the first place.”
El Omari regarded the recent decline of the Justice and Development Party from first to last place in the elections as a natural ebb and flow of societal projects. He emphasized that setbacks are inherent to such endeavors and do not indicate failure in the broader sense.
During the interview, El Omari candidly shared his deepest regret in life, expressing a wish that he had never relocated to Rabat in 1987 and had chosen an alternative path. However, he did not provide further context or elucidate the significance of this regret and its connection to his arrival in Rabat.
While El Omari clarified that he still maintains ties with the Authenticity and Modernity Party, he emphasized that he has stepped away from leadership roles. Nonetheless, he firmly believes in the party’s ability to contribute to the country’s progress and transition towards a better future.
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