Dr. Abdrabbuqib Fateh, former Yemeni Minister of Local Administration, highlighted the success of Marib's decentralized governance model as a crucial example for building a stable and functional Yemeni state. In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) account, monitored by Barran Press, Fateh emphasized that Marib’s experience demonstrates the importance of empowering local authorities. He credited Governor Sultan Al-Aradah with establishing a model of local governance characterized by clear responsibilities and authority.

Fateh pointed to Marib's "decentralization in service delivery," which has transformed the governorate into a thriving area compared to other regions under government control. He noted that Marib, once marginalized and accused of challenging the central government, has witnessed significant progress under Al-Aradah’s leadership. This progress, Fateh argued, is rooted in a broad consensus that has integrated many Yemenis into local administration and fostered a welcoming environment for investment.

Fateh drew a stark contrast between Marib’s success and the recent service failures plaguing Aden, the declared temporary capital. Aden’s ongoing power outages, which have triggered angry protests and riots, are attributed by Fatah to administrative and security shortcomings.
Governor Al-Aradah’s recent intervention, directing an increase in the daily crude oil supply to Aden's power plant to alleviate the energy crisis, further underscores the contrasting approaches to governance between Marib and Aden, Fateh suggested.