Opinions
Insightful commentary and personal perspectives on current events, politics, society, and culture. This category features thought-provoking articles from writers, experts, and community voices offering analysis, critique, and reflection.
Politics was never meant to be a theater of brute force. It was envisioned as a noble contest of intellect, a chessboard where the sharpness of the pen outweighed the sharpness of the sword. In that arena, words served as arrows that shed no blood, and debates became the true battlefield where nations were built
By Abdirezak Sahane Elmi Former Government Official, Somali Region Dr. Abiy Ahmed is like medicine 💊 for Ethiopia’s political realm because he is trying to reconcile two extreme political ideologies, both rooted in different forms of nationalism. These groups see each other as historic enemies. In my understanding, if Ethiopia is to continue as a
By HornCurrent Editorial Desk In Ethiopia’s fragile political climate, the Oromo question has once again been framed as a “threat” rather than a democratic right. Recent interviews and commentaries reveal a troubling revival of old hostile narratives aimed at delegitimizing Oromo participation in national politics. The Rhetoric of Containment On June 29, 2025, in a
By Prof. Mohamud Abdi Ahmed Mr. President,As a kin and a friend, perhaps not in this moment but many years from today, this letter may remind you of what a true old friend tells in a moment of truth. I urge you to read between the lines and act upon what is written here. This
When a region falls under the dominion of pen lords rather than war lords, the nature of power shifts from the visible violence of the battlefield to the subtler, yet equally corrosive, violence of the mind. War lords command through the immediate terror of armed force, leaving in their wake scorched earth, broken bodies, and
By. Abdirezak Sahane Elmi – Author, Regional Political Analyst & Former Ethiopian Government Official Executive Summary This investigative report exposes a dangerous and ongoing project aimed at destabilizing the Federal Member State of Jubaland, a crucial security buffer in southern Somalia. The plan, hatched in Cairo and implemented through Mogadishu’s highest political and intelligence circles,
By Abdirashid Ali Shua The recent decision by the Prosperity Party’s Central Committee to withdraw the controversial administrative restructuring of the Somali Region has stirred heated debate. While Dr. Abdiwasac spoke truthfully in criticizing the lack of planning and resources behind the move, and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed advised regional leaders to reverse course, I
By: Chella Gemachu The Prosperity Party is on the brink of losing what could amount to more than ten million supporters due to a highly controversial and divisive restructuring decision initiated by Somali Regional State President Mustafe Omar. This recent move has ignited outrage, deepened inter-regional tensions, and shattered the trust of communities that were
By. Kayre Mohamed A renowned scholar and author. Date: August 4, 2025 In a disturbing display of political manipulation, the Somali Regional State (SRS) government, under the leadership of President Mustafe Mohammed Omar, reportedly orchestrated a gathering in Jigjiga on August 4, 2025. This event, according to credible sources, involved individuals posing as traditional elders
Mr. President, let’s not sugarcoat this. What you did this past week is deeply disappointing and frankly, dangerous. In the middle of the most important session of the year, a moment meant for public accountability and budget scrutiny, you blindsided the parliament and the public with a rushed, unplanned, and confusing announcement of new districts