Afghan Biographies

Ghoryani, Habibullah


Name Ghoryani, Habibullah
Ethnic backgr. Hazara
Date of birth
Function/Grade Ex Wolesi Jirga Candidate 2018 (disqualified)
History and Biodata

2. Previous Function:
Herat Wolesi Jirga Candidate 2018
3. Biodata:
Habibullah Ghoryani was disqualified from Wolesi Jirga 2018 election. (20181018) He is accused of murder and intimidation and suspected of being involved in drug trafficking, kidnapping, land grabbing, extortion and other illegal activities. Local officials in Herat have said that a firefight broke out after security forces tried to arrest Ghoryani. At least 36 people have been wounded - including three military personnel - in the Jabriel area of Herat city after shooting broke out between security forces and armed men affiliated with Habibullah Ghoryan. According to police Ghoryani fled the area. (20210303)

Last Modified 2021-03-03
Established 2021-03-03