Masud Garaad

Proud 🇸🇴 citizen | Lifelong student of knowledge | @Arsenal & @RealMadrid fan | Coffee enthusiast ☕ | Proud alumnus of @Moguniver.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

This book, Diplomacy and Protocol (1991), reflects nearly 25 years of diplomatic experience by the late Mohamed Osman Omar. A respected 🇸🇴 diplomat and author, he served our nation with distinction until his passing in London in 2014 at the age of 77. May Allah have mercy on him.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

This book, Diplomacy and Protocol (1991), reflects nearly 25 years of diplomatic experience by the late Mohamed Osman Omar. A respected 🇸🇴 diplomat and author, he served our nation with distinction until his passing in London in 2014 at the age of 77. May Allah have mercy on him.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Former President & MP @HESharifShAhmed who led #Somalia through one of its most difficult years cannot move freely in #Mogadishu is deeply concerning. This is bigger than one individual, but it’s a test of respect, liberty, justice & constitutional rights of every Somali citizen.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

I appreciate President @WilliamsRuto’s apology to the Somalis in Kenya’s North Eastern region for decades of discrimination and marginalization.
This historic gesture is a meaningful step toward reconciliation, inclusion, justice & development for all Kenyans. Asante, Mheshimiwa.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

On this #AfricaDay, let’s empower #Africa’s youth through education, innovation and leadership, not division, migration & extremism. Our continent’s strength lies in a generation that will build peace, unity & sustainable development.
#AfricaDay #YouthEmpowerment #FutureOfAfrica

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

A historic moment from 1978: AUN Amb. Mohamed Warsame Ali ‘Kiimiko’ addressing the @UN. A distinguished Somali diplomat, he served as 🇸🇴’s Permanent Representative to the @UN 1976–1979, following earlier service as a Consular in Washington in 1963 & later as 🇸🇴’s Amb. to the U.S.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Massive congratulations to the Gunners @Arsenal for clinching @premierleague title after a seriously hard-fought season!
Fans stuck with the team, the squad kept pushing all year, & after 22 long years, the trophy is finally back where it belongs.

Fully deserved champions 🏆

[Arsenal @Arsenal]

The Arsenal. Your Premier League champions.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Somalia’s recurring crises are rooted in fraudulent or poorly managed elections. Similar circumstance contributed to the assassination of Somalia’s 2nd President, triggering a military coup and ushering in 21 yrs of authoritarian rule. The lessons of history must not be ignored.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Congratulations on the commemoration of Somali National Youth Day, observed on 15 May, marking the founding of the #SYL.
Somali youth have always been the backbone of our struggle for freedom & continue to play a vital role in the rebuilding, development & advancement of Somalia.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Gefkii & gaboodfalkii uu bulshada KGS kula kacay MW @M_Farmaajo 2018, mid la mid ah ayuu MW @HassanSMohamud kula kacayaa 2026.
Madoobe & Laftagareen waxba isma dhaamaan haddii uusanba Aadan Madoobe sii liidanin, waayo aqoon, karti, dulqaad & dadnimo uu ku hoggaamiyo #KGS malahan.

[Abdi Ismail Samatar @ProfAbdiSamatar]

Debating equality, justice, and democracy in Pan African Parliament.

[Villa Somalia @TheVillaSomalia]

H.E. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud formally invited the Future Council to participate in a national consultative meeting scheduled for May 10, 2026, following his recent consultations with political leaders, former national leaders, traditional elders, and broader civil society.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

May Allah have mercy on the late Prof. Said Isse Mohamud, who passed away in the United States.

Prof. Said was a distinguished university professor, entrepreneur, and author, as well as a three-time presidential candidate of the Federal Republic of Somalia.

May Allah grant him the highest rank in #Jannatul Firdaus, forgive his shortcomings, & grant patience & faith to his loved ones. My heartfelt condolences to his family and all Somalis on this profound loss.

[OIC @OIC_OCI]

The OIC has released the 60th issue of its journal. The issues reflects the unified Islamic position in condemning and rejecting Israeli recognition of the so-called “#Somaliland,” in addition to coverage of key issues, topics dealing with the files of the Islamic world and the OIC’s activities during the first quarter of 2026. #OICJournal #Somalia #Israel

[African Union @_AfricanUnion]

Statement by the African Union Commission on Israel’s Reported Decision Regarding “Somaliland”.

The African Union Commission expresses deep concern and strongly condemns reports of Israel’s decision to appoint a diplomatic envoy to the so-called “Somaliland.”

The Commission reaffirms the African Union’s unwavering respect for the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of the Somalia, in accordance with the Constitutive Act of the African Union and international law. The Union does not recognize Somaliland as an independent state.

Recalling the communiqué of the 1324th meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council of 6 January 2026, the Commission underscores that any unilateral recognition of Somaliland is null and void and warns that such actions risk undermining regional stability.

The African Union remains committed to supporting Somalia’s peace, governance, and national cohesion.

Read @ https://t.co/ArkyR6usK0

[Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇸🇴 @MOFASomalia]

Somalia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt & 14 other nations strongly condemn Israel’s move to appoint a representative to the so-called “Somaliland,” calling it a clear violation of Somalia’s sovereignty & unity, and reaffirm full support for its territorial integrity #Somalia

[Daud Aweis @DaudAweis]

A number of Islamic countries have condemned Israel’s move to appoint a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland region, deeming it a grave breach of Somalia’s sovereignty & unity. The nations reiterate their support for #Somalia’s territorial integrity and its legitimate institutions.

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

President Adan Abdulle Osman, popularly known as ‘‘Aadan Adde’’ Somalia’s first president (1960–1967), is remembered not for personal brilliance alone, but for prioritizing national unity and the public interest over personal or political gain, and for his strong commitment to the constitution.

His legacy is worthy of emulation and stands as a reminder of constitutional integrity and leadership in service of our great nation. I regret the political course that followed after his era, marked by major setbacks that befell our nation, and I often reflect on him whenever the constitution is bypassed or personal interests override national interests.

May Allah have mercy on him. 🤲

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

Munaasabadda sanad-guurada #66aad ee ka soo wareegtay markii la aasaasay Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed oo ku beegan 12 April 1960, waxaan hambalyo ku aadan munaasabadda 12ka April u dirayaa dhammaan halyeeyada Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed sida Sarreeyayaasha, Saraakiisha, Saraakiil-xigeennada, Alifleyda, Dableyda iyo xaasaskooda iyo carruurtooda.

Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed wuxuu laf-dhabar u yahay difaaca Qaranka, waana cududda lagu ilaaliyo madaxbannaanida, midnimada, iyo jiritaanka Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya. Taariikhdoodu waa mid hodan ku ah naf-hurnimo, geesinimo & u heellanaanta badbaadinta shacabka iyo ilaalinta karaamada Qaranka Soomaaliyeed.

Munaasabaddan qiimaha badan awgeed, waxaan si qoto dheer ugu duceynaynaa halyeeyadii naftooda u huray difaaca dalkeenna, kuwaas oo dhaxal sharaf leh uga tegay jiilasha maanta & kuwa mustaqbalka. waxaan sidoo kale si gaar ah u bogaadinayaa geesiyaasha har & habeen heeganka ugu jira difaaca dalka, iyagoo muujinaya wadaniyad, daacadnimo iyo karti aan la soo koobi karin. Guuleysta.

HAMBALYO CIIDANKA XOOGGA SOOMAALIYEED. GUUL IYO GOBONNIMO 🇸🇴✊🏽

[Masud Garaad @masudsom]

May Allah have mercy upon Shankaroon Ahmed Yusuf Sagal, who passed away in the United States. Her death is a profound loss to the Somali artistic community and to the Somali people as a whole.

Shankaroon was a renowned singer and one of the distinguished pioneers of Somali music. She was a member of the celebrated groups Waaberi and Walaalaha Hargeysa. She will be remembered for her powerful voice and emotionally rich performances through which she captured the hearts of audiences during the 1970s and 1980s. Her artistic legacy includes numerous songs that remain cherished and continue to evoke deep admiration and sentiment.

The first song she performed was “Goor & Ayaan,” composed by the great poet Aadan Jaamac Tarabi, which also marked the beginning of his creative Lyricist journey. This underscores her role in significant historical beginnings within Somali music.
Her fans, fellow artists, and the Somali community at large will remember her as a legendary figure who left an enduring artistic legacy.

May Allah grant her mercy, admit her into Jannatul Firdows, and grant patience and faith to her family, relatives, and the entire Somali nation. Ameen.