Tadele was arrested several times by the government security forces as he was an outspoken opposition leader to Abiy Ahmed administration.
[1] Christian Tadele was one of founding members of the National Movement of Amhara (NaMa), who has served as the spokesperson and Political Affairs Chief from 16 June 2018.
[2] He is one of opposition MPs who is utterly critical for the Abiy Ahmed government and arrested several times during his regime.
[3] In June 2023, he condemned the brutal killings in Debre Elias monastery, in Gojjam Zone of Amhara Region, alleging it was perpetuated by government security forces.
[4] On 3 August 2023, Tadele was taken away by security forces amidst a state of emergency imposed during the war in Amhara.