Presidential candidate & Chairman of the NAGAAD Party, @AbdiShirdoon (Saacid), held a consultation meeting today with several directors of independent media houses in Mogadishu. The meeting was part of his ongoing national consultations with various sectors of Somali society.
The discussion focused on the role of independent media in safeguarding freedom of expression, raising public awareness, and supporting nation-building efforts.
Candidate Shirdon recognised the media as a cornerstone of democracy and emphasised the importance of protecting journalists and ensuring a free press.
“If independent media is respected and supported in a meaningful way, it can serve as a unifying platform for the nation, one that prevents division within our society,” said Candidate Shirdon.
He urged media leaders and journalists to uphold high standards of ethics, professionalism, and knowledge, so that the press can truly serve the public interest and help bring communities closer together.
In conclusion, the meeting reaffirmed the shared understanding of the vital role that a free press plays in building a democratic state.
We cannot rebuild Somalia with just politicians and parties. We need voices from the ground. We need civil society. I am here today to listen, not to talk over you, because I believe that our future must be shared and the leadership must be humble.
“We welcome CSO’s scrutiny and we invite your feedback. We do not see accountability as a concern, we see it as a pillar of good governance. I believe that our civil society will help keep us on track” @AbdiShirdoon
“Women have held our communities together, as peacebuilders, caregivers and advocates. Our platform will elevate women’s civil society leadership into the national development agenda.” @AbdiShirdoon
“I want to begin by acknowledging the vital role Somali civil society has played in holding the country together — during the toughest years of conflict, during times of transition, and today as we rebuild.” @AbdiShirdoon (At the CSO Leaders meeting today)
Waxaan halkaan ka caddeynayaa garab istaag buuxa iyo bogaadin aan la soo koobi karin oo aan u dirayo geesiyaasha Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed. waxa ay maanta naftooda u hureen difaaca Qaranka, iyagoo ah tiir-dhexaadka amniga iyo sharafta ummadda Soomaaliyeed.
Muddo 12 sano ka hor ayaan ahaa Ra’iisul Wasaare. Maanta, waxaan u taaganahay madaxweyne in aan badbaadiyo wixii naga lumay — si aan waddanka ugu celiyo waddada saxda ah.
Fariin Midnimo Qaran:
“Waan ognahay in ay jiraan khilaafyo siyaasadeed. Laakiin midnimadeennu waa tiirka kaliya ee aan ku badbaadi karno. Waa waqtigii la dhihi lahaa.