12 Facts About Manush Myftiu

Manush Myftiu was an Albanian politician during the country's socialist period.

Manush Myftiu served in a number of positions, most recently as the deputy prime minister.

Manush Myftiu then served as Minister without portfolio from 1949 to 1950.

Manush Myftiu remained a member of the central committee until it was disbanded when the party transitioned into the Socialist Party of Albania.

On 4 July 1950, Manush Myftiu was appointed President of the Control Commission.

Manush Myftiu served in this position until 5 March 1951, replaced by Mehmet Shehu.

On 5 March 1951, Manush Myftiu was made a vice-premier and replaced Manol Konomi as the Minister of Justice as part of a series of changes to the cabinet.

Manush Myftiu held this post until 6 September 1951, when he was dismissed and replaced by Bilbil Klosi as part of a cabinet reshuffle.

On 11 April 1952, it was announced that Manush Myftiu was dismissed as vice-premier.

Manush Myftiu became a candidate member of the Politburo in 1952 and a full member of the Politburo from 1956 to 1990.

From 1956 to 1958, Manush Myftiu served as Minister of Health.

On 2 July 1994, Manush Myftiu was sentenced to five years in prison on the charge of abusing his powers during his time in office, but was released on account of his advanced age.