Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, has addressed recent reports and claims regarding the renewal of former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble’s diplomatic passport and allegations of government obstruction of opposition gatherings in Mogadishu.
Diplomatic Passport Renewal
Fiqi dismissed reports that former PM Roble was denied a renewal of his diplomatic passport, calling them “baseless and unfounded.”
This suggests that the government denies any intentional obstruction or political interference in the matter.
Opposition Gathering Claims
Fiqi also refuted claims from opposition figures that the federal government obstructed their gathering in Mogadishu.
He labeled these assertions as a “politically motivated lie,” implying that the government views these accusations as part of a broader political strategy rather than factual events.
These statements highlight the ongoing political tensions in Somalia, with the government and opposition often at odds over issues of governance, transparency, and political freedoms.
The minister’s comments aim to counter narratives that could undermine the government’s credibility or suggest authoritarian tendencies.