A compelling read by Khadar M. Leyli: “The Illusion of Scrutiny” explores how anonymity can be weaponized in Somali Regional State politics turning faceless “leaks” and “insiders” into tools of smear. A sharp warning about how anonymous smears can poison public trust and distort political debate.
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#Ethiopia #Somali #HOA
Today, we concluded a three-day conference on the Horn Inter-Elite Dialogue (Jigjiga Forum), held at the amazing new Shabeeley Resort. The conference brought together delegates from Somalia, Djibouti, Kenya, and Ethiopia, including state officials, academicians, and members of civil society, to discuss the future of the Horn of Africa and the importance of regional cooperation and dialogue. On the final day, we visited several development projects in Jigjiga, where we received detailed briefings on the progress made across different sectors in the Somali Regional State.
The leadership team led by President Mustafa truly stands as a strong example of the critical role leadership plays in nation-building, development, stability, and transforming society. What we have seen and heard in the Somali Region was beyond our expectation and imagination. I personally experienced a realization of the narrative in my book, Somalia: A State in Search of Exceptional Leadership. As such, I presented a copy of the book to this leadership team. I can proudly say that the initial step of such leadership is here in Jigjiga, transforming Somali society.
The inaugural meeting of the Jigjiga Forum, an annual platform for leaders, scholars, and policy experts from the Horn of Africa to discuss peace, governance, development, and regional integration in the Horn of Africa, opened today at the Shabelley Resort, near Jigjiga.
My profound thanks to the leaders and scholars who attended the conference, taking time from their busy schedules.
I hope that the discussions at the forum will yield ideas that will inform national and regional policies and strategies aimed at addressing conflict-related challenges, climate vulnerabilities, and cross-border interactions.
The longstanding dogma that cross-border affinities that do not conform to the logic of political constructs are a threat to the cohesion and continuity of national states should be replaced by pragmatic acceptance of these organic relationships as an opportunity for regional economic integration and social stability.
Together with the Mayor of DireDawa H.E Khadir Juhar, we welcomed Deputy President of Prosperity Party H.E Adem Farah to DireDawa and Sitii zone of Somali Regional State.
H.E Adem Farah attended the inauguration of DireDawa-Shinille 10.5 km asphalt road, Oxgyen plant of Shiniile Hospital, and the starting ceremony of a 3.5km asphalt and corridor that links Marmarsa town to the main DireDawa-Djibouti road.
We also visited Wabi Marple and Granite Factory and AMA oil processing plant, owned by investors from Somali Region.
- Mustafa has been more than clear about his vision for Somali Region and for Ethiopia. He stated that there is no contradiction between the people of Somali Region’s ethnicity and nationality (citizenship) from the first days he assumed the responsibility of leading the Somali Region in August 2018. He stated that he believes in federalism but rejects the hateful and divisive politics that TPLF used as a strategy to cling to power.
Great read !
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An excellent piece by @KhadarL on the “Coalition of Opposites and Their Fixation with False Dichotomies” Analysing their political opportunism and their fixation turned hatred on @Mustafe_M_Omer rather than his adminstarion & its policies in #Somali
https://t.co/o5usfc7Am5
Coalition of Opposites and Their Fixation with False Dichotomies: Analysis of Political Opportunism in Somali Region of Ethiopia: In a predictable display of political opportunism, a coalition of bitter rivals has united not around a shared vision for… https://t.co/oYo61ccevY
Psychopath Abdi Iley’s lies exposed. In this video, Abdi Iley tells Somali elders that Ethiopia is not Ethiopia; it consists of different groups. They are not related and have nothing to do with each other. For example, the Tigrayans love the Ogadens and hate Amharas and Oromos
President @Mustafe_M_Omer is absolutely right. If #TPLF ever comes to power again, not only the #Somali region but also #Gambella will be among the first regions to leave. TPLF is finished and will never have a chance to lead the country again.