KISMAYO, Somalia — Jubaland’s President Ahmed Madobe has reinstated Mohamud Sayid Adan and Abdiqadir Haji Mohamud as the first and second vice presidents of the semi-autonomous state, according to a presidential decree issued late Tuesday.
The decree marks a significant political move in Jubaland, a region that has often been at odds with Somalia’s federal government over issues of autonomy and leadership. Madobe, a long-standing leader in the region, has previously appointed vice presidents as part of his administration’s structure to manage various aspects of governance and security.
Mohamud Sayid Adan, known for his role in regional security, has been reinstated as the first vice president, while Abdiqadir Haji Mohamud returns to the position of second vice president. Both officials were part of Madobe’s previous administration, highlighting a continuity in leadership amidst the ongoing political and security challenges in Somalia.
The appointment comes at a time when Jubaland is navigating complex relations with the Somali federal government in Mogadishu, which has often disputed the legitimacy of regional elections and appointments. The federal government has not yet commented on this latest decree.
This move by Madobe is also seen as a strategy to consolidate power and stabilize the region ahead of potential security threats from groups like Al-Shabaab, which remain active in parts of southern Somalia.
The reinstatement of these vice presidents is expected to play a crucial role in implementing policies aimed at improving security, economic development, and diplomatic relations within Jubaland and with neighboring countries.
