Abdirahman Cirro’s Journey to Becoming North Western State of Somalia’s Future President

HARGEISA – Often referred to by his nickname “Cirro,” Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi is poised to step in as North Western State of Somalia’s upcoming president. The national ballot held on November 13, 2024, appears to show Cirro pulling ahead with a notable advantage over the sitting President Muse Bihi Abdi.

Background and Education

Born on April 24, 1955, in the vibrant city of Hargeisa, Cirro soaked in his early education in Sheekh, finishing his studies at SOS Sheikh Secondary School. He later voyaged to the United States, where he snagged a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, enhancing his worldly insights.

Diplomatic Ventures

Cirro’s diplomatic trailblazing kicked off in 1981 with a gig in Somalia’s foreign service, landing the role of First Counselor at the Somali Embassy in Moscow. When the Somali civil war erupted in 1991, he pivoted to acting ambassador to the Soviet Union, playing a pivotal role for Somali nationals during turbulent times. After Somalia’s government’s downfall, he persisted in Moscow, focusing his diplomatic mojo on aiding Somali expatriates until 1996. Eventually, Cirro hopped over to Finland, reuniting with his clan and securing Finnish citizenship.

A Political Voice in North Western State of Somalia

In 2002, Cirro leaped into North Western State of Somalia’s political scene as a co-founder of the Justice and Welfare Party (UCID). He grabbed a parliamentary seat in the 2005 elections, stepping up as the Speaker of the House of Representatives for a solid tenure of 12 years, wrapping up in 2017. Come 2012, Cirro birthed the Waddani Party, a burgeoning political powerhouse in North Western State of Somalia. As the party’s presidential contender in the 2017 race, he battled Muse Bihi Abdi but fell short. Fast forward to 2024, he geared up for the presidency again, earning solid backing from the populace and political cliques, including the fresh-out-the-box Kaah political association.

Impending Leadership

With the early results tilting in his favor, Cirro’s leadership baton for the next quintet of years seems well within reach. His supporters wager on his seasoned experience and visionary grit to steer North Western State of Somalia through the present whirl of political and economic hurdles.

Community Aspirations

The buzz among Somalilanders is filled with hope that Cirro’s stewardship will spawn profound advancements in economic terrain, infuse harmony, and bolster global alliances.

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