Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Jibril Abdirashid defends himself accusations Kenyan Government accusing him fraudulent Kenyan Passport.
His statement is as follows.
STATEMENT BY THE DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF SOMALIA
I am aware of allegations circulating on social media regarding my recent travel to the Republic of Kenya. I reject these allegations in full. They are false, baseless, and unsupported by fact.
At no time did I engage in any activity aimed at undermining the security, sovereignty, stability, or territorial integrity of the Republic of Kenya or the Federal Republic of Somalia. I have carried out my public duties with full respect for the rule of law, regional peace, and good neighbourly relations.
The Republic of Kenya remains one of the closest and most valued partners of the Federal Republic of Somalia. Over many years, the Government and people of Kenya have supported Somalia during difficult periods. This includes hosting Somali refugees, contributing to regional peace and security, supporting humanitarian work, and advancing economic cooperation and state building efforts. These contributions merit recognition and appreciation.
The people of Kenya and Somalia share deep historical, cultural, and family ties, as well as strong trade and regional connections. It serves the interests of both nations to strengthen this longstanding relationship.
In my capacity as Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Republic of Somalia, I remain committed to strengthening bilateral cooperation between Somalia and Kenya. This includes collaboration in security, trade, investment, infrastructure, regional integration, and people to people engagement, for mutual benefit.
I call on members of the public and the media to avoid spreading unverified claims.
I reaffirm my commitment to peace, constitutional governance, regional cooperation, and constructive engagement with the Republic of Kenya.
Hon . Jibril Haji Abdirashid
Deputy Prime Minister
Federal Republic of Somalia
