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Garowe (AX) — In a recent announcement, the President of Northeastern State of Somalia, Said Abdullahi Deni, expressed his administration's backing for Jubbaland President Ahmed Madobe to carry out independent elections in the coming month, stressing the critical necessity of respecting the autonomy of regional governance."Our dedication lies in assisting Jubbaland to conduct its elections in accordance with established norms," Deni declared, urging the electoral body in Jubbaland to move forward with the election…

Garowe (AX) – The Northeastern State Information Minister, Mohamud Aydid Dirir, has taken a jab at the National Consultative Council (NCC) gathering happening in Mogadishu, as well as the recent naming of Somalia’s new police chief.Dirir, speaking from Garowe on Thursday, voiced his doubts concerning the NCC’s competence in tackling Somalia’s significant troubles, particularly highlighted in Baidoa and Northeastern State."This meeting is superfluous and ineffective in resolving Somalia’s pressing challenges, especially those…

The catastrophic storm that recently lashed the southeastern United States has tragically claimed the lives of at least 130 individuals. As recovery efforts unfold, the disaster has ignited heated discussions amidst an already contentious election season. The White House has fiercely dismissed allegations regarding a delayed federal response. With hundreds still missing across various states, President Joe Biden declared his intention to visit North Carolina tomorrow to oversee ongoing rescue initiatives. Biden openly…

FILE - Northeastern State’s President, Said Abdullahi Deni, addresses attendees at the annual Peace Conference in Garowe. The event, organized by the Northeastern State Development Research Center (PDRC), saw Deni underline his administration's preparedness for open dialogue with the Somali Federal Government. Mogadishu (AX) — President Said Abdullahi Deni of Northeastern State reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to initiating open conversations with the Somali Federal Government, stressing the need for a transparent…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a bid to bolster governance, democracy, and federal affairs, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has appointed two senior advisors. The official announcement came on Thursday. Former Northeastern State security minister Abdisamad Mohamed Gallan has been named Senior Adviser on Federal Affairs. His new role will involve strengthening Somalia's federal system and fostering collaboration among its regional administrations. Ahmed Jama Mohamed Cillal has been designated Senior Adviser on Democracy and…

Garowe (AX) - Northeastern State's chief, Said Abdullahi Deni, declared on Monday that Northeastern State is primed to mend the political rift with Somalia's Federal Government, which has festered for months. Speaking at a summit held by the Northeastern State Development and Research Center (PDRC), Deni cautioned that without constructive political talks, the nation risks disintegration, with other territories possibly seeking independence like North Western State of Somalia. He stressed the urgency, highlighting…

Baidoa (AX) — The Somali Federal Government and the South West State have struck a tentative deal to cool down the intensifying friction regarding Ethiopian troops' presence. The conflict has been heating up, causing fears of greater instability. Both parties have vowed to dial down the heated remarks and will reconvene for more talks at the National Consultative Council meeting in Mogadishu later this month. General Mahad Abdirahman Adan, who heads the Somali Correctional Forces, traveled to Baidoa to spearhead the peace…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - On Thursday morning, a female legislator from Southwest State revealed that authorities at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu prevented her from traveling to Baidoa. Senior officials denied her claim. Federal MP Sareedo Mohamed Abdalla voiced her frustration on social media, sharing her experience of being blocked from boarding a flight to her home state. This episode occurred just days after other flights carrying passengers were similarly obstructed. It is an indication of growing political…

Mogadishu (AX) – On Tuesday morning, flights were unexpectedly grounded between Mogadishu and Baidoa, stranding passengers at Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport. Those affected ranged from business folks and students to medical patients and even a deceased person en route to burial. No official word from the federal government explained this sudden halt but, flights did resume hours later. Spokesperson for the Southwest presidential palace, Mohamed Ali Ibrahim, slammed the move, calling it an effort to…

Federal Government Halts Battalion Leader's Return As Tension Soars Mogadishu, Somalia — In recent revelations, the Federal Government has detained the commander of the 9th Battalion stationed in Xudur as he arrived at Aden Adde International Airport. The commander embarked from Baidoa following a security conclave targeting South West State’s stability, where he conferred with local chiefs and President Abdiaziz Laftagareen. Just as he was gearing up to head back to Xudur, plans went sideways. Sheikh Adan Madobe, Speaker…