Somalia: Bosaso Bari state imposed a ban on political gatherings, despite End of the Gaas regime, elections scheduled for early next year, hoaping pressure on independent Governor’s candidates who started large election campaigns across the region.
The move, which analysts warned could fester tensions between the state and candidates greedy Governor Abdiweli Mohamed Ali Gaas in the upcoming election is seen as a veiled attempt by the outgoing regional Governor to derail the electoral process through pressure in order to extend his term. Greedy. Gaas.
“We hereby inform the public that no political gatherings or activities can be held in Garowe without the prior approval of the state.” The state warned in a statement issued by the region’s security committee, referring to Bosaso capital.
With the new ban on political gatherings in place, Governor Ali has spent months positioning himself for a potential run in the upcoming election which is expected to draw nearly ten candidates running for the region’s top seat.Somalia belong to Somali people