Former President Hassan Sheikh, whose term expired this past May, declared in his speech last night that he rejected the efforts of international partners to prevent him from holding unilateral federal elections without political consensus and agreement with opposition parties.
The unilateral electoral process adopted by former President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, whose term in office expired in May this year, is a dangerous threat to Somalia’s statehood and future. The only serious way forward is an agreement on free and fair elections with stakeholders.
The use of force against citizens been illegally evicted in the Waaberi district of Mogadishu by the former government is unacceptable. Forced evictions and secretive and illegal land grabs must cease. I urge our security forces to protect our people. This is their first duty.
Congratulations to the great people of our nation on the 66th anniversary of #Somalia’s independence. We are a nation of strong and entrepreneurial people. We can have a better future by not allowing bad governance and nightmare of dictatorship to derail our national hopes
The politically motivated sentence imposed on Sacdiya Macalin Cali, a young woman and advocate for the rights of youth, workers, and women, by the administration of the president whose term has expired, demonstrates the extent to which state institutions have been compromised.
I had a phone call with the Somali international referee, Omar Artan, who is unable to participate in officiating at the 2026 @FIFAcom World Cup, and I shared with him our feelings regarding the challenge he has faced. Omar is a symbol of our people and country's great potential
Former President Hassan Sheikhs term is up. He must work with all stakeholders to keep Somalia together, not drive it apart. Former presidents Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and I have extended an invitation to him for a meeting to discuss the way forward on elections and national future.
Former president Hassan Sheikh must cease his violent actions against opposition leaders and the public. His legal term is up. We need to proceed to elections based on consensus immediately. I urge the Somali people to remain strong & security forces to protect our citizens. 1/3
Today is both Somali Youth Day (Hambalyo) and the last day of the legitimate term of president Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Today, we must pray that our youth can help build a better future for themselves and their families and country. This begins with a clear electoral roadmap today.
I condemn the abduction and unlawful detention of the hard working Bajaj (tuk-tuk) drivers who were arrested in Mogadishu, including Mohamed Abdi Yusuf and Abdi Ali Ibrahim for expressing their opposition to the outgoing government. I urge they be released immediately.
My condolences to the families of the fallen victims of outgoing president Hassan Sheikhs violence against lawful protesters today. He can't extend his tenure past May 15, 2026, by the gun and arresting journalists. Somali security forces must protect the people, not hurt them.
Warka ka soo baxay Dawladda Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud ee ku saabsan xakameynta iyo caburinta dibad-baxayaasha ka gadoodsan eexda, musuqa iyo dhulboobka lagu hayey afartii sano ee la soo dhaafay waa mid ka soo horjeedda xuquuqda dastuurku siinayo muwaadiniinta Soomaaliyeed
Next Friday is 15 May 2026: the last legitimate day of outgoing president Hassan Sheikhs term. In his last week, he must focus on finding an inclusive election model with all stakeholders. He must also release all illegally imprisoned civil society activists and journalists.
Waxaan codkayga ku biirinayaa baaqii shalay uu soo jeediyay madaxweynihii hore Shariif Sheekh Axmed uuna taageeray Madaxweyne Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud mar ay ka hadlayeen madashii caleemasaarka Ugaas Cabdirisaaq Ugaas Cabdullaahi Ugaas Xaashi
Waxaa sharaf ii ah in aan u hambalyeeyo Ugaas Cabdirisaaq Ugaas Cabdullaahi Ugaas Xaashi Ugaas Faracadde oo maanta xafladda Caleema saarkiisa Ugaasnimo ay ka dhacday Muqdisho. Ugaaska waxaan Eebbe uga baryayaa in uu ku garab galo hoggaaminta saldanadda faca weyn.
I condemn the unlawful violence and arrest and forced evictions of our people from their homes by the outgoing government. In 20- something remaining days, the government should focus on how to hold inclusive elections with consensus that can maintain national stability.
Dilka, barakicinta iyo caburinta sii socota ee ay xukuumadda Xasan Sheekh ku hayso shacabka ku dhaqan Muqdisho ma’aha wax la aqbali karo, waxaana tallaabooyinkan gurracani ay horseed u noqon karaan kacdoon dad weyne iyo in shacabku ay dowladnimada ka niyad jabaan.