In Beledweyne, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre, and former government officials celebrated the inauguration of Ugas Yusuf Ugas Hassan Ugas Khalif in Hiiraan region.
Ugas Yusuf is now the 21st leader of the Hawadle clans. Villa Somalia encouraged him to carry on the traditional legacy, focusing on cultural matters, reconciliation, and unity protection.
Past Presidents Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo, ex-Prime Ministers Hassan Ali Kheire, Mohamed Hussein Roble, and other leaders praised Ugas Yusuf for his role in promoting peace and integrity in communities.
Many people, including federal and regional leaders along with elders, attended the event in Dara Ugas neighborhood near Halgan district.
After the ceremony, the chief and his team returned to Beledweyne, the administrative hub of Hiiraan region, where he will carry out his duties and live.
