Author: Abdullahi M Hassan (Abdullahi Yabarow)

Abdullahi M Hassan ( Abdullahi Yabarow), Legal Researcher, Co-founder and Director of the Federal Dialogue, the National Unity Programme, and the Legal Office at Mowlac Forum, a Somali-based research organisation. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) and is a legal researcher, political scholar, and international legal advisor. His expertise includes public international law, human rights law, and federal dialogue processes, focusing on legal reform, governance, and state-building in post-conflict and transitional contexts. Abdullahi remains dedicated to advancing inclusive governance, legal development, and the rule of law through research, advocacy, and strategic legal counsel at national and international levels.

1: The Arithmetic of AbsurdityRarely has a fraud allegation so thoroughly discredited itself. Former MP, @MPDrAbib’s claim of a $1.35 billion theft from USAID’s Somalia operations—a sum tripling the program’s annual budget—collapsed under the weight of its own arithmetic absurdity. The sheer scale defies logic:3.2 years of USAID’s total Somalia funding vanishing overnight$3.7 million stolen daily without detection59% of all U.S. humanitarian aid to Somalia since 2017Such numbers belong to fantasy, not forensic accounting. The claim’s implausibility wasn’t a flaw—it was the signature of its fabrication.” Understanding The Arithmetic of Absurdity 2: The Forensic Void “Legitimate fraud investigations require:✓ Forensic…

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Ethiopia’s Illegal Arms Smuggling and Its Destabilisation of Somalia: An International Call to Action Introduction Ethiopia’s involvement in signing an unauthorised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Somalia’s northwestern region, allegedly to annex Somali territory and secure sea access for a potential naval base, raises significant legal issues under international law and maritime agreements. After Somalia rejected this unlawful MOU, Ethiopia is reported to have escalated its efforts by engaging in arms smuggling to Somali regional factions and extremist groups like Al-Shabaab to destabilise Somalia and weaken its federal government. These actions breach international laws and underscore the crucial role of…

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The Role of Parliament in Ministerial Oversight. Legal Arguments Based on the Somali Constitution In the governance of Somalia, the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches is critical for stability and effectiveness. The Federal Republic of Somalia’s Provisional Constitution provides a legal framework that defines each branch’s specific roles and limitations. This balance is essential for the government to function properly and avoid conflict between branches. A key area where this balance is often tested is in the oversight of ministers. While Parliament is granted oversight responsibilities, it must remain mindful not to infringe upon the executive’s…

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A Critical Response to the Claims Against Villa Somalia The article presents a highly controversial view against Villa Somalia, accusing it of orchestrating a deliberate campaign to weaken Puntland’s autonomy and prosperity. However, upon closer inspection, the argument is riddled with significant flaws, including a reliance on unverified claims and a misunderstanding of the federal dynamics involved. This response seeks to break down these points and offer a more balanced view of the matters under consideration. Mischaracterization of Federal Responsibilities: The article claims that Villa Somalia is launching an “all-out war” against Puntland by centralising control, particularly in the education…

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