Garowe

Northeastern State President Said Abdullahi Deni extended a warm welcome to Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam, known as Ahmed Madobe, upon his arrival at Garowe Airport on June 22, 2025. This moment exemplifies more than mere camaraderie; it signals a pivotal juncture for Somalia's political landscape, especially as the pair convenes to deliberate federalism and the nation’s evolving political dynamics against the backdrop of increasing tensions with the federal government in Mogadishu. In this vibrant scene in…

Garowe (AX) – In an important step towards enhancing public safety, Northeastern State Vice President Ilyas Osman Lugatoor announced on Tuesday the impending rollout of CCTV surveillance systems throughout Garowe, the regional capital. This initiative comes in response to a troubling rise in insecurity within the city, and aims to cultivate a safer environment for all residents. During a media briefing, Vice President Lugatoor underscored the pivotal role these surveillance systems can play in addressing crime.…

Garowe (AX) — In a disconcerting turn of events, a security guard assigned to the Speaker of the Northeastern State Parliament sustained injuries during a confrontation with police forces late Wednesday night in Garowe, the bustling capital of Northeastern State. This incident has raised significant concerns about the ongoing security challenges faced by the region and the measures taken to address them. The clash unfolded near the Adduun Hotel in the Nugaal region—an area typically known for its lively atmosphere, yet, on…

Garowe (AX) — In a shocking turn of events, the quiet night in Garowe was pierced by violence, leading to the tragic loss of two lives. The Northeastern State police have arrested two suspects in connection with this heinous act, a development that has sparked both concern and hope within the community. The arrests, announced by the Northeastern State Police Command in a statement released on Sunday, followed a joint investigation spearheaded by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) alongside regional police forces…

Garowe (AX) — In a tragic turn of events on Saturday night, two civilians lost their lives to the unchecked fury of unknown assailants in Garowe, the capital of Northeastern State, Somalia. Eyewitnesses and local residents have since come forward to recount the heart-wrenching details of that fateful night, which have left the community grappling with fear and uncertainty. The two victims, described as a hotel security guard and a visiting relative, were mercilessly shot in both the head and back—a brutal act that…

Security Concerns in Northeastern State: A Troubling Pattern In a world where security should bolster peace, the unfortunate reality in Northeastern State tells a different story. Recently, security officials took swift action, arresting a guard shortly after a shooting incident. While such cases often unfold with alarming regularity, each carries its own narrative worth deep reflection. Consider the incident four days prior, on March 23. The day etched itself into the community's memory when a young barber…

Garowe (AX) – In the early hours of a sun-drenched Saturday morning, the otherwise quiet streets of Garowe were disrupted by the haunting echoes of gunfire. An unsettling skirmish between the Northeastern State Police and an unidentified armed faction resulted in the tragic loss of two police officers, with five more wounded and left to grapple with injuries both visible and invisible. The command of the Northeastern State Police Force, in a statement bathed in urgency, illuminated the events leading up to the…

Garowe (AX) – With undeniable intensity, Northeastern State’s regional government has emphatically refuted claims circulated by Ethiopian media, asserting that three Ethiopian citizens met their demise in the towns of Bosaso and Garowe. Is it a misunderstanding, or a deliberate misrepresentation? On Thursday, with an air of resolute authority, the Northeastern State Police issued a press release dismissing these allegations as unfounded and misleading. Their message was clear: "Dismiss these claims," they urged the public,…

Deeqo lounges on the stoop of her shiny new home, a significant upgrade from eight grueling years in an IDP camp. Photo by Hoodo Ahmed/Ergo In Garowe, the bustling heart of Somalia's Northeastern State region, the winds of change are brewing. A thousand internally displaced families are leaving behind the gritty hustle of tin shacks and entering the permanence of actual homes. Who’d have imagined? It’s a cultural shift, one that offers a poignant chapter of new beginnings rather than the endless loop of makeshift living.…

Sabti, September, 7, 2024 (AX) - Khasaare ba'an ayaa ka dhashay dab xalay qabsaday kaalin shidaal oo ku taalla magaalada Garowe, caasimadda maamulka Waqooyi Bari. Muuqaallo maanta laga soo duubay goobta ayaa muujinaya gaadiid iyo dhismayaal badan oo ku basbeelay dabka. Dabka ayaa la sheegay inuu ka dhashay markii gaari ku jiray geerish ku yaalla meel u dhow kaalinta shidaalka uu dab ka kacay. Dabka ayaa ku fiday kaalinta shidaalka iyo dhismayaal kale oo ku dhowaa goobta ay dabku ka bilowday. Gaadiidkii ku jiray…