By Goth Mohamed Goth
HARGEISA, Republic of Somaliland – President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) convened an emergency mediation meeting today between the National Electoral Commission (NEC) and the KAAH political party to resolve a dispute that had stalled the electoral process.
The disagreement arose following the NEC’s recent decision regarding voter registration procedures—specifically concerning the number of registration centers—which prompted the KAAH Party to suspend its cooperation with the Commission.
Following extensive mediation led by President Cirro, both parties have formally resolved their differences. In a joint statement, the NEC and KAAH leadership expressed their appreciation to the President for his decisive role in facilitating dialogue and restoring consensus.
To ensure the continuation of Somaliland’s electoral preparations, both parties have agreed to the following:
- Immediate Resumption of Cooperation: Formal collaboration between the NEC and the KAAH Party is hereby restored.
- Technical Committee Formation: A joint technical committee will be established to address and resolve the procedural issues that led to the deadlock.
- Follow-up Engagement: Both parties will convene a subsequent meeting after the Eid al-Fitr holiday to finalize all outstanding matters.
The resolution underscores Somaliland’s enduring commitment to resolving political disputes through internal dialogue and compromise, reinforcing the nation’s tradition of homegrown solutions to governance challenges.
