Northeastern State President Deni Asserts Readiness for Arbitration, Rejects Coercion
In Garowe, Northeastern State President Saeed Abdullahi Deni expresses willingness to engage in dialogue and arbitration concerning its relationship with the Somali government. However, he firmly states that Northeastern State cannot be coerced into compliance.
Deni accuses the federal government of continuous meddling in Northeastern State's internal affairs, seeking to exert influence. He alleges that there is an ongoing conflict between the federal government and Northeastern State.
"We must respect each other's…