Somalias

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…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Stirring the pot of political strife, Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre of Somalia declared Monday that Jubbaland's President, Ahmed Madobe, can't legally run for another term, as per the regional charter's term restrictions. At a press event in Mogadishu, Barre expressed, "The maneuvers of President Madobe do not sync with our overarching goals for national unity or the pledges we've embraced. Thus, the election process unfolding in Jubbaland, under his direction, lacks any legal standing."…

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,…

Foreign Minister: Somalia’s Resolution for Direct Voting Can't Be Halted MOGADISHU, Somalia - Amid turbulent skies of contested legislation, Foreign Affairs Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has declared that Somalia is on an inevitable path towards direct elections. This new approach aims to enhance democratic rights, allowing citizens to have a definitive say in their leadership choices. Echoing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s views, Fiqi passionately reiterated on Saturday Somalia’s full-throttle drive towards democracy with…

In a show of recognition, the Somali Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs, and Reconciliation has applauded North Western State of Somalia for its successful and calm execution of recent presidential and party elections, attracting participation from over a million registered voters. The Ministry's statement, issued on Friday, underscored the seamless execution and orderliness characterizing the election process. The Somali government reaffirmed its dedication to empowering the populace by fostering environments conducive…

"Al-Shabaab will meet its match and lose," says Ethiopia, pledging ongoing efforts to neutralize the group's influence. The country remains unswerving in its mission to protect its borders and preserve the progress made so far. In a weekly press gathering on November 14, 2024, Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, who speaks on behalf of Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscored Ethiopia's significant role in weakening al-Shabaab’s impact across the region. “We won't take our foot off the pedal,” Getachew declared,…

Abdirahman emphasized the widespread repercussions of the recent disappearances, which have left a deep impact even within government circles. "This isn't just an issue for officials—opposition folks are feeling the heat too," he remarked. In the midst of probing deeper into these incidents, he assured transparency would be the order of the day. Now, diving into the unexpected drama on social media: a slew of Facebook accounts belonging to prominent figures, like journalists, have mysteriously gone silent—vanished into…

HARGEISA, Somalia - Voters turned out in droves across the self-governing region of North Western State of Somalia, with over a million residents eager to choose their leader, in what could be a nail-biting race due to its competitive nature. The ruling Kulmiye party's candidate, Muse Bihi, alongside his main opponent, Abdirahman Irro, made their way to the polls on Wednesday morning, each radiating hope that they would emerge victorious when the electoral officials announce the final tallies. Bihi, who's been at the helm…

Hargeisa (AX) — A staggering one million-plus voters in the self-proclaimed Republic of North Western State of Somalia turned out early on a Wednesday morning to participate in presidential and parliamentary elections, catching the eye of both local and international onlookers.The current head honcho, President Muse Bihi Abdi of the ruling Kulmiye party, faces competition from Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of the Waddani party and Faisal Ali Warabe from UCID. Bihi, who has been captaining the ship since 2017, recently…

North Western State of Somalia's Upcoming Election: Muse Bihi Grapples with Defections and Sovereignty Struggle HARGEISA, Somalia - Muse Bihi Abdi, the leader of North Western State of Somalia, faces considerable challenges in the upcoming election as over a million voters prepare to choose their new leader. This vote is poised to be a pivotal moment for the self-declared autonomous region, which is pushing hard for global recognition. Bihi, who once piloted jets in the Air Force, now witnesses the departure of his deputy,…