Monday November 27, 2023
Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
named Omar Ibrahim Hashi as his new Special Presidential Envoy for Civilian
Protection and Stabilization on Sunday.
Hashi, a federal lawmaker, replaces former Hirshabelle
President Mohmed Abdi Ware.
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has instructed the new envoy
to diligently fulfill the challenging responsibilities assigned to him, with a
focus on ensuring the safety and security of the Somali people.
"President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is prioritizing governance,
stability, and social services in areas liberated from Al-Shabaab terrorists.
He has directed government agencies and Armed Forces Commands to provide close
support to the Special Envoy," the presidential palace said in a
statement.
Reports suggest that the former envoy, Mohamed Abdi Waare,
will be appointed as the Deputy Secretary-General of IGAD.