Mogadishu, Somalia — The Somali Ministry of Youth and Sports has filed a formal case with the Office of the Attorney General against several senior figures of the Somali Olympic Committee, accusing them of violating national regulations and mismanaging the country’s sports institutions.
The move marks one of the most significant accountability steps taken in Somalia’s sports sector in recent years. The ministry said the officials are suspected of engaging in financial and administrative irregularities that undermined transparency, fairness, and the spirit of sportsmanship the Olympic body is meant to uphold.
According to ministry insiders, the investigation stems from long-standing concerns about the management of funds meant for athlete development and international representation. The alleged breaches reportedly include misuse of public funds, unauthorized decision-making, and failure to adhere to the Olympic charter governing sports governance.
The case has drawn wide attention across Somalia’s sporting community, where athletes and coaches have long complained about limited support, poor infrastructure, and lack of accountability in the management of resources. For many, the ministry’s legal move signals a potential turning point in how the nation handles sports governance.
If the Attorney General’s Office proceeds with prosecution, it could set a new precedent for oversight within national sports federations. Analysts note that the outcome may reshape public confidence in Somali athletics ahead of major regional and international competitions.
The Somali Olympic Committee, which represents the country in international sporting events, has not yet issued an official response. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Youth and Sports has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that public institutions — including sports bodies — operate with integrity, transparency, and in the best interest of Somali athletes.
The legal process is expected to unfold in the coming weeks as investigators review the ministry’s submissions and determine whether formal charges will be brought against the accused officials.