MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Deputy Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism, H.E. Abdirahman Yusuf Al-Adaalla, has delivered a powerful critique of tribalism, identifying it as the root cause of Somalia’s most persistent challenges, including terrorism, poverty, and irregular migration.
Speaking at a public forum today, Minister Al-Adaalla addressed the interconnected nature of the country’s social and security issues. He argued that the fragmentation caused by clan-based politics has weakened national cohesion, creating a vacuum that extremist groups like Al-Shabaab (Khawarij) have exploited.
“Migration, fear, terrorism, and poverty are all symptoms of the tribalism we cling to,” Minister Al-Adaalla stated firmly. “The only cure for these ailments is a strong, unified state with a solid foundation.”
The Minister emphasized that a robust government is essential not just for security, but for economic development and social stability. He urged the public to move beyond clan allegiances and prioritize national identity, noting that a strong state apparatus is the only vehicle capable of delivering justice, services, and protection to all citizens equally.
Al-Adaalla’s remarks come as the Federal Government intensifies its efforts to combat extremist ideologies and promote social reconciliation. By linking tribalism directly to the country’s struggles, the Minister called for a collective shift in mindset, advocating for state-building as the ultimate remedy for Somalia’s recovery.
