Hiiraan Rejects Jowhar Election, Deepening Hassan Sheikh’s Federal Crisis
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Hirshabelle’s deputy president, Yusuf Dabageed, has denounced the election in Jowhar as an exclusive political exercise serving President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his allies.
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Yuusuf Dabageed opposes the ongoing election in Hirshabelle, claiming it is limited to President Xasan Sheekh and his group.
Attributed to: Yuusuf Dabageed
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Yuusuf Dabageed opposes the ongoing election in Hirshabelle, claiming it is limited to President Xasan Sheekh and his group.
Attributed to: Yuusuf Dabageed
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Hiiraanweyn
Dabageed states that any outcome from this election will not concern Hiiraan and that those involved will be held responsible.
Attributed to: Yuusuf Dabageed
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Wardheer News
Hirshabelle’s deputy president, Yusuf Dabageed, has denounced the election in Jowhar as an exclusive political exercise serving President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his allies.
Attributed to: Yusuf Dabageed
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Wardheer News
Dabageed stated that the election lacked inclusivity and violated the constitutional and legal frameworks governing Somalia and the federal member state.
Attributed to: Yusuf Dabageed
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Wardheer News
Dabageed declared that Hiiraan will not accept the outcome of the Jowhar election as binding on the region.
Attributed to: Yusuf Dabageed
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Wardheer News
The article raises questions about the federal government’s authority and the viability of the president’s political project.
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Most recent report · 24 October 2026 15:37 UTC
Hiiraan Rejects Jowhar Election, Deepening Hassan Sheikh’s Federal Crisis
Hirshabelle’s deputy president, Yusuf Dabageed, has denounced the election in Jowhar as an exclusive political exercise serving President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his allies.
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Most recent report · 23 October 2026 16:41 UTC
BREAKING: Dabageed Strongly Opposes the Hirshabelle Election
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23 October 2026 16:41 – 24 October 2026 15:37 · UTC
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Hiiraan Rejects Jowhar Election, Deepening Hassan Sheikh’s Federal Crisis
Hirshabelle’s deputy president, Yusuf Dabageed, has rejected the election in Jowhar, claiming it…
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BREAKING: Dabageed Strongly Opposes the Hirshabelle Election
Dabageed Strongly Opposes the Hirshabelle Election
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