LAS ANOD, Somalia – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a high-level consultative meeting with the traditional elders of the North Eastern State in the city of Las Anod. The discussions focused on the critical pillars of strengthening social cohesion, ensuring lasting stability, and advancing the state-building process within the region.
During the engagement, President Mohamud placed a heavy responsibility on the shoulders of the cultural leadership, highlighting their essential role in unifying the community. He emphasized that traditional elders serve as the primary guardians of peace, tasked with preventing internal disputes and fostering a spirit of togetherness among the Somali people. The President articulated that national unity and social solidarity form the indispensable foundation for effective governance and sustainable development, urging the elders to lead the charge in cementing these values.
The traditional elders of the North Eastern State welcomed the President’s counsel and expressed deep gratitude for his dedication to the formal establishment and support of their regional administration. In their address to the Head of State, the elders conveyed strong sentiments of patriotism and affirmed their commitment to the federal system. They assured the President that they are prepared to play an active and constructive role in pacification and reconciliation efforts, ensuring that the new state becomes a model of stability.
This meeting represents a significant step in the Federal Government’s strategy to ground its state-building initiatives in local consensus. By aligning with the traditional structures of Las Anod, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is reinforcing the connection between the federal center and the grassroots level, ensuring that the trajectory of the North Eastern State is guided by the wisdom of its community leaders.
