President Hassan Sheikh Criticizes Opposition for Instilling Fear in the Public, Discusses Elections and Security
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The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has strongly criticized opposition politicians, accusing them of creating fear and concern among the public regarding the state of the country, security, and political competition.
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Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has denied the rumors regarding the Federal Government planning an attack against opposition politicians, stating that there is no one they intend to wage war against.
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President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud criticized opposition politicians for instilling fear and concern among the public regarding the country's situation, security, and political competition.
Attributed to: Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
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President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud criticized opposition politicians for instilling fear and concern among the public regarding the country's situation, security, and political competition.
Attributed to: Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
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Goobjoog Somali
The president stated that the government is committed to holding free and fair elections in accordance with the constitution and the will of the Somali people.
Attributed to: Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
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Goobjoog Somali
President Hassan Sheikh denied that his government is detaining politicians for their political views, stating that there are no political prisoners in the country.
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Goobjoog Somali
The president emphasized that the government is ready for dialogue and listening to political advice, urging that political disputes should be resolved through legal means.
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Caasimada Online
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud denied rumors that the Federal Government plans to attack opposition politicians.
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Caasimada Online
Hassan Sheikh stated that political disputes can be resolved through dialogue.
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Caasimada Online
The President emphasized that the door for dialogue is always open for differing parties.
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Caasimada Online
Hassan Sheikh confirmed that the government is ready to listen to politicians with differing views.
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Most recent report · 16 October 2026 07:00 UTC
Hassan Sheikh removes concerns of the opposition, confirms that there is no...
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Most recent report · 16 October 2026 02:49 UTC
President Hassan Sheikh Criticizes Opposition for Instilling Fear in the Public, Discusses Elections and Security
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16 October 2026 · 02:49–07:00 UTC
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The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has denied the rumors regarding the Federal Government planning an attack against opposition…
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President Hassan Sheikh Criticizes Opposition for Instilling Fear in the Public, Discusses Elections and Security
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