Liibaan Posted February 5, 2009 U.S. Embassy, Nairobi, Kenya Press Release February 5, 2009 The United States Government condemns the February 4 murder of Said Tahlil Ahmed, Director of Horn Afrik’s Mogadishu station. The senseless assassination of Mr. Ahmed is yet another indication of the dangerous environment in which Somalia’s brave journalists perform their vital work. We offer our condolences to the family, colleagues and friends of Mr. Ahmed. At this critical time in Somalia’s history, it is clear that extremists have intensified their efforts to disrupt the reconciliation and stabilization process. The Somali media have resolved to support this process with a renewed sense of professionalism, integrity, and determination. All enemies of those striving to support free media in Somalia as an essential element of the democratic process should instead show absolute respect for their courageous countrymen who are dedicated to building a better Somalia. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
