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Somalia: A New Chapter Begins as Muse Bihi is Defeated in North Western State of Somalia Election

HARGEISA, Somalia - The political landscape in North Western State of Somalia is reshaping itself. After a tense week of uncertainty, the election commission has crowned Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known fondly as Irro, as the new president. The election saw fierce competition and spirited campaigns. Clad in optimism, Irro emerged victorious with 63.92% of the vote, decisively outmatching current leader Muse Bihi Abdi, who garnered 34.81%. In a far third stood UCID’s Faisal Warabe. The electoral process bristled…

North Western State of Somalia’s Opposition Leader Abdirahman Irro Secures Election Victory

North Western State of Somalia Elects New Leader: A New Chapter Unfolds In a surprising political shake-up, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro is set to take the reins as North Western State of Somalia's new president, as proclaimed by early results from the electoral commission on Tuesday. His leadership spells a fresh start for the disputed region. Irro, the figurehead of the Waddani party, secured a whopping 64% of the votes, prevailing over his opponent, Bihi, who garnered just 35% according to the figures released by…

Venezuela Releases Hundreds Detained During Election Demonstrations

In a significant development, Venezuelan authorities have released 225 individuals who were apprehended during the tumultuous anti-government protests that erupted following the contentious presidential elections held on July 28. This information was disclosed by Attorney General Tarek Saab in an official announcement. According to Saab, the decision to grant freedom to these individuals stemmed from newly uncovered evidence by prosecutors. The announcement detailed, “Between the afternoon of November 15 and November 16, we…

Vandalism Targeting Georgia’s Election Official

This afternoon, the head of Georgia's Election Commission found himself in quite a bizarre predicament—drenched in paint just as he was set to announce the final outcomes from last month’s parliamentary elections. Giorgi Kalandarishvili was the unintended target of a paint bombardment from David Kirtadze, a representative of the opposition party, during a meeting in Tbilisi meant for the electoral body. The audacious act took place at a gathering involving election commission officials and delegates from every party that…

Insights from Global Observers on the North Western State of Somalia Election

HARGEISA, Somalia - People eagerly await the results of North Western State of Somalia's recent election, characterized as a nail-biter by experts due to the fierce rivalry among parties. These outfits borrowed strategies from mature democracies to ensure future confrontations are more strategic and robust. Striving to break away from Somalia, North Western State of Somalia hasn't yet grabbed international acknowledgment but is doing its utmost to bolster its local governance systems, setting a benchmark for the entire…

Ethiopia Applauds North Western State of Somalia for Conducting an “Open and Impartial Election”

In a gesture of goodwill, Ethiopia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry gave North Western State of Somalia a pat on the back for pulling off a “free and fair election.”The straightforward announcement declared:“Ethiopia’s Foreign Affairs Ministry extends heartfelt congratulations to the people of North Western State of Somalia for their calm and democratic elections. Commending the National Electoral Commission, the Ministry acknowledges the free and fair election as a testament to the maturity of North Western State of Somalia’s…

Ethiopia Commends North Western State of Somalia for Conducting a Peaceful and Democratic Election

ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopia has extended its congratulations to North Western State of Somalia for successfully completing its presidential election. North Western State of Somalia, a territory that has claimed autonomy from Somalia for thirty years, is working towards global acknowledgment of its self-declared independence. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement that praised the people of North Western State of Somalia for organizing "a democratic and peaceful election." Operating independently from Somalia's central…

Silanyo Dies While North Western State of Somalia Awaits Election Results

Silanyo's Passing Leaves a Mark as North Western State of Somalia Awaits Election Outcome HARGEISA, Somalia - Revered Somali leader and former head of the autonomous region of North Western State of Somalia, Ahmed Mohamed Mohamoud, affectionately dubbed Silanyo, has departed this life on Friday. His family confirmed the news, signaling the close of a chapter for a figure known for his pivotal reforms. Silanyo, who reached a venerable 85 years, often found himself in and out of hospitals in Hargeisa, the region’s seat of…

Ethiopia Praises North Western State of Somalia for Conducting a Tranquil Presidential Election

Hargeisa (AX) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ethiopia has showered North Western State of Somalia with accolades for pulling off a peaceful and democratic presidential election. Such a move, they say, underscores the region's evolving political finesse.Dropping a Friday announcement, the Ministry tipped its hat to North Western State of Somalia's National Electoral Commission (NEC) for orchestrating an election that was both free and fair. "This electoral process showcases the sophistication of North Western State of…

Kenyan Negotiators Land in Somalia to Seek Resolution to Election Impasse

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Envoys sent by Kenya’s President William Ruto gathered behind closed doors with Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. Insiders whispered to Axadle that electoral tensions between Mogadishu and Kismayo were front and center. Just two weeks ago, Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud had a chinwag with Ruto in Eldoret, asking for Kenya’s help in brokering peace with Jubaland’s head honcho, Ahmed Islam Mohamed Madobe. The rift between these two bigwigs stems from differing views on the election…

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