Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has reshuffled his cabinet, appointing new deputy ministers with a focus on improving strategic sectors such as security and commerce. Key appointments include new ministers for Defence, Transport, Youth Affairs, and Trade. A total of 11 deputy ministers were also appointed during this restructuring, which emphasizes the government’s commitment to enhancing overall effectiveness.
Somalia’s Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has executed a cabinet reshuffle, appointing new deputy ministers with the intention of enhancing government effectiveness and addressing critical areas such as security, commerce, and infrastructure. This move follows a minor reshuffle just three months prior in December.
The recent changes include the appointment of Jibril Abdirashid Haji Abdi as the new Defence Minister, replacing Abdikadir Mohamed Nur, who now assumes the role of Minister of Ports and Marine Transport. Other new appointments include Mahamud Mohamed Nur as Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Mohamed Abdikadir Ali as Minister of Youth and Sports, and Mohamud Ahmed Adan as Minister of Trade and Industry.
In total, Prime Minister Barre appointed 11 deputy ministers alongside the cabinet overhaul. The last reshuffle took place on December 22, and the Prime Minister has not publicly stated the reasons for this latest restructuring, but he indicated that the appointments take effect immediately.
Key highlights from the reshuffle include:
– Abdikadir Mohamed Nur, previously Defence Minister, moved to Ports and Marine Transport to enhance maritime infrastructure.
– Jibril Abdiraashid Haji Abdi appointed as the new Minister of Defence, responsible for national security.
– Mahmoud Ahmed Aadan (Geesood) becomes the Minister of Commerce and Industries to promote economic revitalization.
– Mohamed Farah Nuh is named the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, aiming to modernize the transportation sector.
– Mohamed Abdiqadir Ali appointed as Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, focusing on youth development.
The newly appointed deputy ministers include:
– Mahmoud Abdiqadir Haji (Jeego) as Deputy Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation.
– Sahuur Haji Culusow Hassan as Deputy Minister of Energy and Water.
– Sulub Ahmed Firin as Deputy Minister of Internal Security.
– Mahmoud Abdullahi Ahmed (Abukaate) as Deputy Minister of Commerce and Industry.
– Aamina Hussein Ali as Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Affairs.
– Hussein Ali Haji as Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
– Fartuun Abdiqadir Farah as Deputy Minister of Ports and Maritime Transport.
– Mohamed Aadan Mohamed (Baydhabo Janaay) as Deputy Minister of Planning, Investment & Economic Development.
– Mohamed Hussein Abuukar (Gaaraxo) as Deputy Minister of Public Works, Reconstruction, and Housing.
– Dahabo Suusow Muunye as Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports.
– Osman Ahmed Maow as Deputy Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs.
In summary, the cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre aims to bolster the Somali government’s efficiency, particularly in key sectors like security, commerce, and infrastructure. The shifts in ministerial roles reflect a strategic focus on maritime development and economic revitalization. The immediate effectiveness of the new appointments seeks to address pressing national challenges.
Original Source: eastleighvoice.co.ke
