Somalia: Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe Criticises Hassan Sheikh's Leadership

KISMAYO, Somalia – May 13, 2025 – Jubaland President, Ahmed Mohamed Islam "Madoobe," on Monday gave a detailed speech on the ongoing political developments in Somalia, sharply criticising the current political direction under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. He also voiced his opposition to efforts by federal and regional leaders to create a new large political party.

In his speech, President Madoobe strongly rebuked the political approach of President Hassan Sheikh, stating that he would never accept what was previously rejected by former President Mohamed Farmaajo.

"President Hassan, first listen carefully to the words of yesterday and today. I will not accept what we rejected together with Farmaajo yesterday, and we will not be a part of such a move," said President Madoobe.

The Jubaland leader also highlighted his concerns regarding what he described as attempts by Somalia's Presidential Palace to create a political party similar to the one formed during the regime of former President Siad Barre. Madoobe warned that such efforts would not succeed, as the current government does not hold the same level of power as the Barre regime did.

"They want to establish a party like the Revolutionary Socialist Party of the Somali Democratic Republic, but they fail to understand that they have no real control, nor do they possess the revolutionary power. The government is divided, fighting over who will become the party leader or deputy. The Revolutionary Party was established by a government that held the country’s power, but these leaders had no such control," he stated.

President Madoobe emphasised his willingness to engage in dialogue with the Federal Government of Somalia, indicating his readiness to work together to overcome political challenges and resolve ongoing disagreements.

"I am ready to sit down and engage in dialogue with the federal leadership, and Puntland and opposition politicians share this view. No issue can be resolved through dialogue. Who can claim that one clan has decisively defeated another after all the civil wars? That is simply not the case. Mr. President, if you are willing to talk, the door is open," Madoobe concluded.

His comments come amid reports that federal and some regional leaders are considering forming a new large political party, fueling tensions in the country’s already complex political landscape.

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