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Mogadishu (WDN) – The political crises currently engulfing Southwest State, Hirshabelle, and Galmudug did not emerge overnight. The roots of today’s instability can be traced back to a series of decisions made by the leaders of these federal member states during the past four years.

The presidents of the three administrations were among the strongest supporters of former President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s controversial political agenda. They backed constitutional changes that lacked broad national consultation, supported electoral structures rejected by key political stakeholders, and endorsed political initiatives that many opposition figures described as unilateral and divisive.

For years, these leaders stood firmly behind policies that deepened Somalia’s political polarization. They applauded decisions that were challenged by opposition groups and several federal member states, often choosing political loyalty over consensus-building and institutional legitimacy. Rather than defending the autonomy of their respective administrations, the three leaders aligned themselves closely with Villa Somalia, hoping that political loyalty would secure their own futures.

Their support extended beyond constitutional disputes. When Jubaland rejected what it viewed as unconstitutional political arrangements and proceeded with its own electoral process, the leaders of Southwest State, Hirshabelle, and Galmudug largely sided with the federal government. When tensions escalated between Mogadishu and Jubaland, they continued to support federal policies despite growing concerns about the country’s political trajectory.