The United States, has appealed to both Somalia’s President Farmaajo and Prime Minister Roble, to avoid further provocative statements, or actions and to resolve their disagreement over personnel appointments and their respective authorities peacefully.
In a statement, the U.S. said this has become necessary, to help complete the electoral process that will help advance the country’s counter-terrorism agenda and give the next government, the opportunity to meet the needs of the people of Somalia. The U.S. said if this is not urgently done, the country risks complicating the electoral process.
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The Statement added that the United States, welcomes both sides’ commitment to the electoral process, but remains concerned that these elections are already months behind schedule.
It says Any further delay increases the potential for violence and plays into the hands of al-Shabaab and other extremist groups, seeking to destabilize the country.
Edited by Tunde Orebiyi
