Monday 23,June 2025 {HMC} Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has firmly ruled out a return to Somalia’s previous system of indirect elections, emphasizing that political power must lie with the people.
Speaking at a dinner event in Mogadishu on Sunday night honoring delegates of the recently concluded National Dialogue Conference, Barre reaffirmed his government’s commitment to democratic reform and endorsed recommendations put forward during the consultative forum.
“The DanQaran government is committed to supporting proposals related to elections and recognizes the critical role national stakeholders are playing in shaping a democratic process that reflects the will of the people,” the prime minister said.
Barre stressed the need for unity to address the country’s ongoing challenges, including insecurity, economic instability, and political divisions.
“We must move toward a unified system that brings all Somalis together,” he said. “By moving away from indirect governance, we can overcome the disunity and conflict that have long obstructed national progress.”
The National Dialogue Conference convened a range of high-profile figures, including former presidents, federal and state officials, and influential Somali leaders. However, key opposition parties and the Puntland administration boycotted the forum, citing concerns over procedural flaws and what they described as exclusionary practices by the federal government.
Source Hiiraan online
