Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo

Also known as: Former President Farmaajo · Former president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo

Former Somali President who warned the 2027 electoral plan risks civil conflict and criticized incumbent Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's tenure extension.

2026-05-162026-10-25

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October 2026
24 OctThe Standard
… Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo took to X to call the decision a “dangerous threat” to Somalia’s statehood, urging all sides to agree on a way forward before any date is fixed. …
Letter from Mogadishu: Somalis to elect new president through universal suffrage in May
16 OctCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 15— Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has warned that the country’s disputed electoral process could deepen political divisions and trigger civil conflict, calling for an agreement on inclusive elections involving the federal government, regio …
Farmaajo warns Somalia’s disputed election plan could trigger civil conflict
16 OctCitizen Digital
… Former president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo said on X the unilateral election decision was a "dangerous threat to Somalia's statehood and future" and urged an agreement with all factions. …
Somalia sets May presidential election despite insecurity
September 2026
14 SeptThe Standard
… The other candidates are former Presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon.Ahmedfiqi’s campaign is centred on accountable governance, institutional reform, economic development and improved public services. …
Ahmedfiqi's plan for Somalia as Presidential race takes shape
July 2026
12 JulThe Standard
… Although the vote is still months away, political discussions in the capital, Mogadishu, have largely focused on former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon (Saacid), and businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmed Fiqi. …
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates emerge
12 JulThe Standard
… Although the vote is still months away, political discussions in the capital, Mogadishu, have largely focused on former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon (Saacid), and businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmed Fiqi. …
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates battle it out
11 JulCitizen Digital
… As speculation grows over who could succeed President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, four names continue to dominate conversations in Mogadishu’s political circles: former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon (Saacid), an …
Four candidates, one presidency: Who will succeed Hassan Sheikh in Somalia?
June 2026
9 JunThe Standard
… The scenes in the capital were reminiscent of the 2021 clashes between government and militia allied to opposition politicians after then president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo extended his term by a year. …
Letter from Mogadishu: EAC mum as Somalia slides into chaos
4 JunCitizen Digital
Mogadishu gunfire sparks political storm, Farmaajo leads opposition charge By Agencies June 04, 2026 07:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Somalia President Hassan Sheikh (left) and his predecessor Mohammed …
Mogadishu gunfire sparks political storm, Farmaajo leads opposition charge
May 2026
16 MayCitizen Digital
… The last president, Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo, stayed more than a year in office after the official end of his mandate in 2021, triggering protests and condemnation from the international community.
Somalia declares 'transition period' as presidential mandate ends without deal

World & Region

Somalia to hold direct presidential and parliamentary elections in 2027

The News

Somalia's electoral commission has set parliamentary elections for April 15, 2027, and presidential elections for May 15, 2027, to be held through universal suffrage with political parties—the first direct elections since 1969. The announcement has triggered political controversy, with the opposition demanding dialogue and refusing to recognize a constitutional amendment that extended the presidential term to five years.

24 October 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

Somalia to hold direct presidential and parliamentary elections in 2027
Somalia's electoral commission has set parliamentary elections for April 15, 2027, and presidential elections for May 15, 2027, to be held through universal suffrage with political parties—the first direct elections since 1969. The announcement has triggered political controversy, with the opposition demanding dialogue and refusing to recognize a constitutional amendment that extended the presidential term to five years.
24 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 16 October

Farmaajo warns Somalia's disputed election plan risks civil conflict
Former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo has warned that the country's disputed electoral process could deepen political divisions and trigger civil conflict, calling for an agreement on inclusive elections involving the federal government, regional states and opposition groups. The warning followed the electoral commission's announcement of a timetable for parliamentary elections on April 15, 2027, and a presidential vote on May 15, 2027, which political leaders say lacks broad consensus.
16 October 2026 · Capital News →
Somalia schedules May presidential election amid security concerns
Somalia announced parliamentary elections on April 15 and a presidential vote on May 15, despite an ongoing Islamist insurgency and opposition rejection of the process driven by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's government.
16 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

Somalia 2027 presidential race emerges with fresh candidates
Somalia's planned 2027 presidential election is shaping up as a test of the country's democratic transition, with four candidates seeking to challenge incumbent President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmedfiqi is positioning himself as a fresh option focused on accountable governance, institutional reform, and economic development.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 12 July

Somalia's presidential race begins with four leading contenders emerging
Four prominent figures—former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon, and businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmed Fiqi—are emerging as leading contenders to succeed President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Somalia's next presidential election. Each candidate presents a distinct vision for addressing the nation's persistent insecurity, fragile state institutions, and economic challenges.
12 July 2026 · The Standard →
Four candidates emerge in Somalia's upcoming presidential race
Somalia's next presidential election is beginning to dominate political discourse, with four prominent figures — former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon (Saacid), and businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmed Fiqi — emerging as leading contenders to succeed President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Each candidate brings a distinct vision for addressing the nation's persistent insecurity, fragile state institutions and economic challenges.
12 July 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 11 July

Four candidates emerge to succeed Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh
Somalia's next presidential election is approaching, with four names dominating political circles in Mogadishu: former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon (Saacid), and businessman Omar Abdulkadir Ahmed Fiqi. Each candidate presents a different vision for addressing Somalia's insecurity, political fragmentation, and economic challenges.
11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 9 June

IGAD, Western powers call for Somali dialogue as tensions escalate
Western embassies and the UN mission in Somalia issued a joint statement calling on Somali political actors to resume dialogue and agree on an electoral roadmap amid a worsening political standoff. IGAD separately condemned violence in Mogadishu and called for de-escalation, with its Executive Secretary urging leaders to prioritize national interests and peaceful resolution of disputes.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 4 June

Mogadishu gunfire escalates Somalia political crisis over tenure extension
Heavy gunfire erupted in Mogadishu on Thursday as Somalia faced a fresh political crisis, with former president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo attacking President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for using force to suppress dissent and for extending his tenure by one year after his term expired on May 15, a move opposition leaders say undermines constitutional and democratic processes.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 16 May

Somalia enters transition period as presidential term ends
Somalia's government declared the country in a "transition period" after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term ended Friday without an agreement with the opposition on holding elections. Talks between government and opposition, facilitated by British and U.S. diplomats, failed to reach a compromise.
16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →