Shabelle Media Network (Mogadishu)
24 June 2011
Abudwak — Crowds of people on Friday congregated in the town of Abudwak in Galgudud region, supporting the newly named Somali prime minister.
The rallies at Abudwak were held peacefully as people matched the neighborhoods of the town.
The demonstrators were chanting slogans supporting Abdiweli Mohamed Ali, the new prime minister of Somalia.
Hundreds of people could be seen waving the photos of Mr. Ali and placards written with words showing support of the government he will form.
Well-educated Somali-American economist was appointed by the president Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed as Somalia’s next prime minister.
Dr. Abdiweli Mohamed Ali, who was the deputy prime minister and the minister of Planning and International Cooperation, replaces Mohammed Abdullahi Mohammed Farmajo who resigned last weakened to comply with the so-called Kampala Accord extending government’s mandate for one year and dismissal of the premier.
His appointment came after well organized ceremony held at Somalia’s presidential palace (Villa Somalia).
Ahmed, the president of the horn of African nation said he decided to name Abdweli Mohamed Ali to be the next premier after lengthy discussions and
Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Ali, the new premier said he will do his best by drawing a strategy towards how Somalia could be free from this protracted civil war. He promised he will take the same path of resigned prime minister in paying Somali forces, fighting against corruption and promoting good governance.
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Rallies Held in Central Region in Support of the Newly Named Prime Minister