The opposition coalition, which includes the PPM and the PNC, has announced preparations for a nationwide rally this weekend.

During a press conference on Tuesday, Ibrahim Shujau, the PPM's deputy leader, claimed that the protest's goal is "to go out and demand justice for the Maldivian people."

Sujau said that no justice has been served for many people in the country - including President Yameen himself.

On Friday from 16:00-18:00, the Progressive Congress Coalition will demonstrate in the streets in support of "Finding Justice."

It will begin at 16:00 on Friday in front of the PPM headquarters in Male' City and will be held concurrently on all of the Maldives' islands.

Sujau indicated that if there is a protest, it will begin outside of Male' on each island's PPM office. 

According to the opposition coalition, the rally will be non-violent.

Abdul Raheem Abdulla (Adhurey), the PNC's leader, also asked people to join the demonstration at a press conference on Tuesday. He also urged islanders to join the rally in Male'.