In a significant development for Somaliland’s ruling party, former Gabiley District Mayor Mohamed-Amin Omar Abdi officially joined the WADDANI Party after a high-profile meeting with President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro at the Presidential Palace on Saturday. According to a statement from the Presidential Spokesperson, President Irro warmly welcomed Mohamed-Amin into the party, citing his decision as a reflection of the growing public and political confidence in WADDANI’s vision, principles, and development agenda. The meeting was attended by senior government and party officials, including WADDANI Party Chairman Hon. Hersi Ali H. Hassan, the Minister of Planning and National Development, the Minister of Civil Aviation and Airport Development, and the Presidential Spokesperson. These officials delivered remarks welcoming Mohamed-Amin and encouraging his participation in the party’s ongoing efforts to advance Somaliland’s development. During the meeting, Mohamed-Amin expressed his gratitude to President Irro for the warm reception and formally announced his membership in the WADDANI Party. He pledged to work closely with both the government and the ruling party in support of Somaliland’s national goals. The former mayor also praised President Irro’s leadership and vision, commending the significant achievements made during his relatively short time in office. He highlighted progress in diplomacy, efforts to strengthen social cohesion, the preservation of peace and stability, and initiatives aimed at enhancing Somaliland’s standing and reputation in the international arena. This move is likely to be viewed by political observers as another indication of WADDANI’s growing influence, as the ruling party continues to attract experienced political figures and local leaders from across Somaliland. It also highlights the changing political landscape in Somaliland and reinforces WADDANI’s efforts to consolidate support for its broader governance and development agenda.
