UN opposes the dismissal of Chairman Baashe and issues a strong demand
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Experts from the United Nations have urged the Somali government to reinstate the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Baashe Yusuf Ahmed, accusing it of intimidating judges at a time when there is a dispute regarding the terms of office of the president and parliament.
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Experts from the United Nations specializing in human rights and judicial independence have strongly condemned the dismissal of the former Chief Justice of Somalia, Baashe Yuusuf Axmed, describing the action as inconsistent with the laws and constitutional procedures of the country.
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The UN experts called on the Somali government to reinstate Chief Justice Baashe Yusuf Ahmed.
Attributed to: UN experts
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The UN experts called on the Somali government to reinstate Chief Justice Baashe Yusuf Ahmed.
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Caasimada Online
The Somali Supreme Court stated that the removal of Baashe was illegal and would have no effect.
Attributed to: Somali Supreme Court
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Caasimada Online
The UN experts condemned the intimidation of judges and the threats against their security.
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Caasimada Online
The UN experts reported that hundreds of security forces were deployed to the Supreme Court after the decision.
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Shabelle Media
The UN experts condemned the removal of the former Chief Justice of Somalia, Baashe Yuusuf Axmed, as unlawful.
Attributed to: Khubarada Qaramada Midoobay
Event date: 2026-11-12
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Shabelle Media
The experts stated that the removal did not follow the necessary legal procedures.
Attributed to: Khubarada Qaramada Midoobay
Event date: 2026-11-04
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Shabelle Media
The UN experts called for the reinstatement of Baashe Yuusuf Axmed and the protection of judges.
Attributed to: Khubarada Qaramada Midoobay
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Shabelle Media
The experts expressed concern over reports of security personnel being withdrawn from some judges.
Attributed to: Khubarada Qaramada Midoobay
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Most recent report · 13 November 2026 11:17 UTC
United Nations Experts Condemn the Dismissal of the Former Chief Justice of Somalia
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Most recent report · 13 November 2026 04:30 UTC
UN opposes the dismissal of Chairman Baashe and issues a strong demand
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13 November 2026 · 04:30–11:17 UTC
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United Nations Experts Condemn the Dismissal of the Former Chief Justice of Somalia
Experts from the United Nations specializing in human rights and judicial independence have strongly condemned the dismissal of the former Chief…
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UN opposes the dismissal of Chairman Baashe and issues a strong demand
Experts from the United Nations have urged the Somali government to reinstate the Chairman of the Supreme Court, Baashe Yusuf Ahmed, accusing it…
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