Puntland rejects 1PV 2026 election plan, accuses Somali president of power grab

[Deeq A.]

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland officials have rejected Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's plan to hold a one-person, one-vote election by 2026, accusing him of consolidating power and lacking effective control over the nation. The region's Information Minister, Mahmoud Aydid Dirir, expressed strong skepticism about the feasibility of such an election while still grappling with security challenges.

Source: Hiiraan Online