Chairperson of Lomé Security and Peace Forum/- 30th Minister of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation; former National Security Advisor and Chief of Staff
1/4) I arrived in Galkacyo yesterday to spend time with my family in the last days of the Holy month of Ramadan. This evening, my family and I were having iftar hosted by Nabadon Yasin Abdisamad. We left our house on foot with four security guards and two plain clothes officers.
My assignment as the National Security Advisor ended today; And I assume my next duty as the Chief of Staff
@TheVillaSomalia
-Presidency. I am privileged to have been given another opportunity to serve the Federal Republic of Somalia.
Maanta waxaan kulannay team ka socda Xafiiska Hantidhawrka Guud ee Qaranka.
Waxaan ka wadahadalnay sida ay wax u jiraan.
Waxaanna ka warsugaynaa wixii ka soo baxa.
HSM administration &
#Villa
Somalia is the only entity in the world not to be interested in its own country—
#Baafin
#Somalia
-HSM not have seen, heard or cares about the attack against
#Laascaanood
and violent crimes against civilians?
It is a privilege & an honour 2 be appointed as Minister of FA& IC.
I thank H.E
@Farmaajo
4 allowing 2 serve my country &2 further the interests of Somalia as NSA& CoS.I thank H.E
@MohamedHRoble
4 entrusting me with this important portfolio & remain committed 2 put Somalia first
I took my oath and was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs and IC. I officially assume my duties & will immediately begin to continue furthering Somalia’s FP interests on the global stage and at home. I thank the Speaker,Chief whip, colleagues and MPs to witness this occasion
Somalia’s resilience to terrorist attacks is increasing & the capacity of our security forces is strengthening. Today, the brave actions of the Somali Police Force intercepted this VBIED intended for Mogadishu. We are grateful for their professionalism, skills & quick action.
Workneh
@IGADsecretariat
must realize that maintaining impartiality & neutrality as a former MFA of Ethiopia in his current IGAD position is no longer feasible. In the interest of ethical conduct & the integrity of the IGAD, you must submit your resignation effective immediately.
The Federal Government of
#Somalia
strongly opposes the recent statement from the Executive Secretary of
#IGAD
, deeming it biased towards the
#Ethiopian
Government. We call on the Executive Secretary to immediately apologize, withdraw the statement and take appropriate action.
Decision by
@Maersk
to reestablish operations at Mogadishu Port is another great step in buliding Somalia's economy & security. Demonstrates confidence in our growth, creates jobs, opens up new markets & show Somalia's strategic importance in the Horn of Africa.
Excited to be in Lomé, Togo, to give a presentation on security challenges and practical solutions to terrorism & violent extremism to the diplomatic corps and security practitioners in Africa. I thank H.E FM
@rdussey
and his ministry for initiating such timely event.
#Laascaanood
Hargeysa’s choice of weapons (snipers, Dhshk, automatic weapons) clearly reveal their intentions.the deliberate,& systematic targeting of civilians constitutes a clear war crime &is a form of state-sponsored terrorism.We should all unite against this violence to 🛑
Dhaqanka caburinta, magac bixinta aan saxda ahayn, iyo xornima la’aanta Waa habdhaqan lagu yaqaan Al Shabaab.Wasaarada Arr.Diinta waxaa wasiir ka ah hogaamiye ku talin jirey nidaamka AS. Talada saxda ah Waa in asaga la badalaa oo dawladnimada la baro iyo Ku shaqaynta sharciga.1/3
”…. وَإِنَّمَا شَقَّ الْحِسَابُ يَوْمَ الْقِيَامَةِ عَلَى قَوْمٍ أَخَذُوا هَذَا الأمْرَ مِنْ غَيْرِ مُحَاسَبَةٍ.”
Verily,the reckoning will only be grueling on the Day of Resurrection for people who did not hold themselves accountable
(3/4) Our security team foiled the politically motivated assassination attempt. Unfortunately, one soldier has sadly been killed, Allaha u naxariisto, with another injured. Nabadoon has also been seriously wounded and is currently in hospital. We wish them a swift recovery.
The rape, torture & murder of 12 year Caaisha Ilyas must be fully investigated. Those who committed this heinous crime, and those who allowed it happen, must be brought to justice. Our children deserve protection. Caaisha’s suffering must never be repeated in our communities.
The common denominator between AS and Sahan Research— both externally funded and do on daily basis everything (in their capacity) to bring Somalia and anything Somali down.
Hadii uu dagaalku xal noqon karo dunidu xabaal bey noqon laheyd. Xiisadda Boosaaso xalkeedu waa wadahadal, is qacin iyo isu-tanaasul, waxaana ku baaqeynaa in dhabahaas la qaado.
Cabdisaciid Muuse Cali
Wasiirka arrimaha dibada & IC
Somalia needs to attract global talent.We welcome the service of experts to deliver Somali priorities. Across the world, open societies do the same (Canada, US, UK). Focus should not be on the nationality of our Central Bank Governor but on delivering the best for the Somalis.
the MOU between Ethiopia & northwestern Somalia (Somaliland), poses an existential threat to the sovereignty, territorial integrity & political independence of Somalia, undermine the (FGS), &inadvertently mobilizes, legitimizes & encourages AS to expand its activities in SL. 1/2
#Breaking
:
#Ethiopia
signs "historic" MoU with
#Somaliland
to "secure access to the
#Sea
and diversify its access to
#Seaports
"
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somaliland's President Muse Bihi Abdi who is on a state visit
How to effectively counter Al-Qaeda/ISIS affiliated groups in Somalia? Providing money into transnational criminal networks is interlinked.
First step—>Who are the middlemen for these contracts—Coastline Exploration, Miraa (Qaad), ID (NADRA), the recent UNSOS logistics tender?
1/4 [Thread]: Yesterday UN Security Council adopted a sanctions resolution on Somalia that continues to restrict our ability to access the weapons necessary to defeat terrorism under the arms embargo; the longest running & broadest UN sanctions regime in existence globally.
The current ES Workneh & the IGAD secretariat are perceived to be aligned with Ethiopia's foreign policy.
IGAD under Workneh is increasingly viewed as an extension of Ethiopia's foreign policy, raising questions about its neutrality & its ability to serve the collective
Statement of the IGAD Executive Secretary,
@DrWorkneh
, on the recent developments in relations between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS). 👇
The threat to peace, security and livelihoods of Somalia’s coastal communities are illegal, unregulated & unreported fishing, trafficking, toxic waste dumping and they’re not priorities for the
#EUNAVOR
.
Some donors insistence on visibility risk that their interventions lack legitimacy & impact. These donors might inadvertently delegitimize the government…the HSM administration seems oblivious to the demands of its citizens. Ownership! Agency! Ceeb!👇🏾
It’s not the ragtag militia’s that will end the fight against AS but a disciplined, well trained army, with high end equipment under civilian oversight.Guuleysta!1/4
👇🏾
Xasan Ibraahim oo ka tirsan Gor Gor, kana mid ahaa ciidankii xoreeyey de.. via
@YouTube
(2/4) Towards the end of our dinner, under the orders of Mudug Police Commander Mumin, technical vehicles mounted with DShK weapons were deployed to attack us. We were under sustained and heavy fire power from Mumin’s soldiers for about 15 minutes.
Dab nin xambaartoo dadka laynayaa tahay
Dumarkiyo caruurtiyo duqoowyo aqoonyahan
Aan u diir naxaynoo dabar gooynayaad tahay
Nin dalkiisa hooya doolar siistay baad tahay
I saw VS’s paid trolls + the corrupt minister shielding Ethiopia’s expansionist policies. Most tried to divert attention from Ethiopia & Mogadishu’s lackluster performance to bogus claims about AS.. Facts are stubborn. Here is HSM saying negotiating with AS will create new hope👇🏾
In 2018 over 5,000 Somali Police have been vetted, biometrically registered & are now paid directly into their individual accnts. This is another important reform of the security sector 2 professionalize & support our police force. SPF are vital 2 protect & serve Somali citizens.
Ahead of the upcoming presidential election in South West State,
@UNSomalia
is calling for consensus on a credible and peaceful poll, one which helps set a precedent for subsequent electoral processes to be held in
#Somalia
. For more:
The FGS has a clear agenda 4 reform; we know what needs 2 be done. 1 of the biggest challenges 2 progress is entrenched vested interests and those who oppose state building because they benefit from disorder. We must put institutions over individuals 2 make progress.
I listened President HSM’s speech 2day & he appears to be in the dark about favorable environment 4 the growth of the AS including support (technology, finance & foreign fighters) available for them to thrive. The sustenance of Al Shabaab in Somalia is aided by factors such as;👇🏾
President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmajo has invited FMS leaders to Mogadishu for the National Security Council meeting 19-23 April. Busy and urgent agenda items to build security for the Somali people:countering AS & Daesh, national security & strengthening FGS-FMS relations.
Grateful to have received a courtesy phone call from H.E
@MevlutCavusoglu
, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey. I thanked him for his warm wishes and
@MFATurkey
renewed commitment and support to Somalia.
The available evidence indicates that the leadership in Addis r more likely led by hardline Christian nationalists & there’s no reasonable understanding when GoE is driven by sacred values. I think the only team that can withstand Eth with similar beliefs & values is AS. 1/2
“Don’t waste money” going around countries to accuse
#Ethiopia
: PM Abiy tells
#Somalia
PM Abiy told lawmakers that to address the challenges between Ethiopia and Somalia is “is very simple because we have no fight with the Somali government,” but
#Laascanood
1. Communication & power restored ✅
2. Residents are free to express their opinions ✅
3. Businesses are reopened ✅
4. Medicines supplies delivered ✅
5. Shoot to kill policy ended ✅
6. Muse Bihi forces & UK trained RRU units evicted ✅
The internet connection was restored in
#Laascaanood
by armed local residents after days of shutdown by Somaliland troops, who are now out of the city, witnesses say.
#Somalia
.
The move to call for American soldiers came following concerns that
@M_Farmaajo
was attempting to disrupt the meeting by using Haram'ad, special police loyal to the incumbent. AMISOM will be in charge of Afisyoni conference venue security. No Govt troops will be allowed: source.
Awil Dahir Salad was a journalist of the highest calibre with a great ability to bring people together, through his broadcasting & political debates.Somalia has lost a great voice & we mourn his loss alongside his family. Deepest condolences & fond memories. Allaha u naxariisto.
Africa is the future & richest continent in resources with young and vibrant population. Plenty of potential in natural & youthful resources to build an innovation milieu including rapidly expanding its infrastructure, technology, industrial base and intellectual capacity.
Yesterday I briefed the UN Security Council Committee 4 sanctions on Somalia. We need sanctions measures to reflect our progress on political, security & economic reforms, help build arms & ammunition storage capacity, & prevent weapons, ammo & other support to terrorist groups.
This is unfortunate and unacceptable. The illegal detention of
@FAOSomalia
consultant/researcher Dr. Abdirahman Kulmiye with Australian citizenship
@AusHCKenya
by SL authorities is blatant violation of his human rights and accepted international norms-reportedly he was transiting
LATEST on Prof. Abdirahman Jama Kulmiye jailed in Hargeisa
Daljir just received a confirmation that Prof. Kulmiye is a consultant for FAO and traveled to Hargeisa as a member of a FAO team, where then he was individually targeted by Somaliland security services.
No further
As we celebrate the UN75 anniversary— let us remember the treatment of Somali nationals by the UN agencies in Somalia. Most of INGOs have improved in their recruitment policies while the UN agencies regressed to the point where there’s no UN staff who are Somali nationals.
FGS & UN technical Assessment Mission met 2day 2 discuss & review UN Sanctions regime on Somalia.The current situation is “completely different” from 1990s, when sanctions were imposed, urging the lifting of the arms embargo, as we work towards Somali security ownership.
Somalia, considering the importance of safeguarding its sovereignty & territorial integrity, must strategically deploy a range of foreign policy instruments. These include diplomatic initiatives to counter Ethiopia’s existential threat against Somalia, such as closing the
At the African Regional High-Level Conference on Counter Terrorism & Prevention of Violent Extremism, I presented Somalia’s significant political, security & economic progress which addresses the root causes of terrorism + military operations to liberate & support our citizens.
Abyssinia, the current modern Ethiopia, its expansionist history is littered with predatory aggression against Muslims & Somalis in the last 700 years of reported history. The Abyssinian highlands leader Amda Seyon (a messianic zealot) attacked Muslims in the region. 1/4
“The United States recognizes the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia within its 1960 borders in accordance with the Somali provisional constitution, which includes Somaliland and Puntland.”
We must protect Somalia’s coastline 2 provide livelihoods, promote investment & economic growth, and stop toxic dumping 2 preserve our natural resources. 2day I met with EU Civ Ops Commander V. Coppola &
@EUCAPSOM
2 discuss security support 4 Somalia’s ports & maritime security.
(1/2) Participated at launch of annual
#AfricaAmnestyMonth
by
#AUPSC
in Lomé, for the surrender and collection of small arms & light weapons (SALW). Curbing possession of SALW critical to human & social development, and enjoyment of peace and stability.
Today’s attacks in Mogadishu show the bravery & sacrifice of Somali security forces in fighting those who seek to undermine our progress. Sincere condolences to the families of officers who died preventing an even greater loss of life. We pay tribute to their selfless actions.
Damuljadiid’s exclusionary politics in Mogadishu is unsustainable & there’s an urgent need to improve political competence & inclusion, especially at the FGS level.HSM must recognize there’s legitimate allegations of exclusion at all levels whether intentional/unintentional. 1/2
The recent controversial MoU Ethiopia’s Abiy signed with Musa Bihi of SL has already energized, mobilized & inspired AS in Somalia. AS has always used anti-Ethiopian animosity to gain support among Somalis across the Horn of Africa. 1/2
My heartfelt congratulations to
@HamzaAbdiBarre
, the Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia,who officially takes helm at office today.I wish you the most success in selecting a competent & committed ministers to support you/President in serving Somalia & its citizens.
I have safely arrived in Garowe & am keen to observe the progress, improvements and the upcoming democratic changes in Puntland. Looking forward to listening, sharing & exchanging insights with the stakeholders and the people.
The collapse of Somali-Ethiopian relations after Ethiopia’s aggressive infringement on Somalia’s sovereignty but this would certainly undermine the volatile regional peace & security including counterterrorism cooperation & the fight against AS. 1/3
We appreciate the continued support from our partners & we believe the international partners can play a critical role going forward. Somali institutions must be consulted & be actively involved in the design, implementation & delivery of all key security-related interventions.
Focus on the removal of Chapter VII resolutions from Somalia. There are mercenaries, conflict profiteers, and some within the IC who are adamant to keep Somalia under a perpetual cycle of Chapter Vll resolutions irrespective of the progress, stability, and development made.
1/4 [Thread]: Yesterday UN Security Council adopted a sanctions resolution on Somalia that continues to restrict our ability to access the weapons necessary to defeat terrorism under the arms embargo; the longest running & broadest UN sanctions regime in existence globally.
The info in the below is incorrect. Said (the only person seated next to her when the bullet struck) is witness to the killing of Almaas. He’s staying at a nice hotel in Halane. Let us stop the sideshow.He’s ok. We owe toAlmaas(AUN) to investigate this case thoroughly.
BREAKING: It is ONE WEEK since the Somali government has detained
@saidfadhaye
, the
#SomaliJournalist
who was with Almaas Elman when she was killed in Halane.
For the last 8 days he's been trapped in HALANE where he feels UNSAFE & is struggling with PSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMA. 1/5
HSM admin’s intention to bulldoze through rapid changes & amendments to the constitution will precipitate & ensure the total delegitimization of the current unelected parliament in Mogadishu & make the FGS institutions irrelevant.
1/2
FGS has taken significant steps to professionalize the military and put in place the structures in the MoD which will support them.The most significant has been the biometric registration of all SNA soldiers in Somalia.
This evening we briefed the United Nations Security Council on Somalia’s Transition Plan for security ownership.
Delighted to hear the UNSC’s strong commitment to supporting Somalia deliver this strategic plan.
May the African solidarity, progress, spirit and unity continue to flow across our prosperous and blessed continent! Wishing all my African brothers and sisters a happy
#AfricaDay2022
@AUC_MoussaFaki
Somalia & Ethiopia are neighbors (will be neighbors forever) despite the arrogance & self-delusion of some individuals in Addis. Somalia’s sovereignty & territorial integrity is inviolable & sacrosanct. 1/3
The killing of Almaas will be throughly investigated and the perpetrators who are responsible and allowed it to happen, must be brought to justice. Our citizens deserve protection. Almaas’s killing must never be repeated in our society.
I’ve recently met 2 of close friends of HSM. I understand from the discussions that HSM has deep resentment towards Puntland & this relates to his perceptions of how federalism works. FGS’ attitudes & actions towards Puntland are determined by the beliefs & hostility of HSM. 1/2
Because the VOA Somali is USG (funded agency) its reporting could have profound impact on listeners especially when its reporters deliberately misrepresent facts in Somalia & continue to propagate for Al Shabaab narrative on the US taxpayer’s money.
@USAGMgov
Africa is deeply concerned about the assassination attempt against the former president Donald Trump. We oppose the political violence in the U.S. America cannot have a functioning, healthy democracy if the presidential candidates are intimidated by violence. 1/3
This is misleading!
Under Chapter Vll resolutions – Somalia is not treated as a sovereign & equal state, with the pen holder (UK) and multilateral institutions-it enables states to pursue their bilateral interests under the pretext of chapter VII without Somalia’s consent!
Outgoing UK Ambassador to Somalia, Kate Foster, said there is no arms
#embargo
on the Government of
#Somalia
. Th sanctions resolution adopted by UNSC is poorly understood. She said
EUNAVOR’s efforts to kidnap Somali citizens to be prosecuted in foreign countries is illegal & criminal act. It also violates Somalia’s sovereignty & territorial integrity-The EU’s insistence to maintain their navy presence in Somalia waters is a problem
Under President Farmajo’s leadership there has been great progress on key security sector reform agenda: Over 9000 SNA soldiers are now vetted, biometrically registered & paid directly into their individual bank accounts.
Somalia must respond strongly & effectively about Ethiopia's actions, which seem to display a blatant disregard for sovereignty & territorial integrity of Somalia, international rules based system and the African Union (AU) Constitutive Act. 1/2
#Ethiopia
-
#Somalia
Verbatim
“As a Government, we have condemned and rejected the illegal infringement of Ethiopia into our national sovereignty and territorial integrity yesterday. Not an inch of Somalia can or will be signed away by anybody. Somalia belongs to the Somali