MOGADISHU, Somalia – Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire has known as on President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to apologize for remarks made throughout a speech at a mosque within the Presidential Palace after Friday prayers.
President Mohamud criticized younger folks complaining about unemployment, suggesting these beforehand concerned in al-Shabab actions or theft are those now complaining in regards to the lack of cash.
Khaire described the President’s remarks as “offensive and unjust,” urging him to take heed to the youth’s considerations extra responsibly and acknowledge their tough circumstances. He emphasised that Somali youth have traditionally performed a significant function within the nation’s liberation, unity, and ongoing efforts to construct and defend the nation.
The previous Prime Minister criticized President Mohamud for failing to supply hope and options to the difficulty of youth unemployment, as an alternative accusing them of being concerned in terrorist actions and propaganda. “The youth should not company in Somalia; they’re the house owners of the nation and the leaders of the close to future,” Khaire added.
President Mohamud, in his speech, highlighted the progress in Mogadishu as an indication of the nation’s financial restoration, citing ongoing development tasks within the capital and different cities reminiscent of Kismayo, Dhusamareb, Baidoa, and Jowhar.