Addis Ababa, HornCurrent.com — Over recent month, Somali elders, scholars, and clan leaders have traveled to the Ethiopian capital seeking justice and lasting solutions for the Somali Region’s challenges. These elders came with hopes that the federal government would address long-standing grievances within the region peacefully and internally, rather than leaving problems unresolved or escalating them externally.
However, this effort has been gravely undermined by the actions of Somali Regional President Mustafe Omar and his cousin, Dr. Husen Kasim. Instead of supporting peace and justice, they have orchestrated a destructive political drama in Addis Ababa that threatens to sabotage the Somali people’s legitimate quest.
Key Aspects of the Plot
The elders’ main goal was to secure full support for the Somali people and to bring genuine resolutions to longstanding issues. But Mustafe Omar and his associates have pursued three damaging objectives:
1. Manipulating Representation with Money: Mustafe Omar reportedly bribed around 500 Somali community representatives living in Addis Ababa to attend a costly meeting at a luxury hotel. This gathering was designed to create a false impression of widespread backing for his leadership and agenda. Such actions distort the true voice and needs of the Somali people.
2. Politicizing Justice Demands: The plot seeks to portray opposition voices and critics of the regional administration as destabilizing elements. By recruiting influential figures in Addis Ababa and staging politically charged events, Mustafe Omar aims to dismiss legitimate concerns and silence critics rather than address the root causes of dissatisfaction.
3. Delegitimizing Elders and Peace Advocates: The orchestrated events in Addis Ababa aim to brand the Somali elders and intellectuals—who came seeking peace and justice , as enemies of the state. This undermines social cohesion within the Somali community, sows distrust, and weakens efforts to secure lasting peace.
The Role of Husen Kasim
Dr. Husen Kasim, cousin to Mustafe Omar and a key government official, plays a central role in coordinating this scheme. By leveraging his position, Husen has been implicated in orchestrating the financial inducements and political maneuvers that betray the genuine interests of the Somali people. His involvement raises serious questions about accountability and governance in the Somali Regional State.
The critical information received by horncurrent.com from close sources within Mustafe Omar’s administration reveals a troubling plan: Mustafe is reportedly organizing gangs to target and kill some elders and intellectuals residing in Addis Ababa. The source does not specify whether these gangs are Somali or allied Amhara groups, such as Fano militias.
It is also publicly known that Mustafe recently declared that Oromo politicians are plotting to overthrow him from power, and therefore, he must ally with Amhara forces to defend his position. Following this, his administration has actively pursued policies and actions that incite hatred against Oromo brothers.
Moreover, the source adds that Mustafe and his administration view Somali elders living in Addis Ababa with deep suspicion, considering them as Oromo agents, further escalating ethnic tensions and mistrust.
A Call for Accountability
The unfolding drama in Addis Ababa reveals a dangerous betrayal of the Somali people’s aspirations. Instead of facilitating reconciliation and justice, Mustafe Omar and Husen Kasim have chosen to entrench division and manipulate processes for personal and political gain.
HornCurrent.com calls upon federal authorities and all concerned stakeholders to thoroughly investigate these troubling developments. The Somali people deserve leaders who prioritize their welfare, peace, and development not those who exploit their voices for power and wealth.