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Abdirazak H. Hussein’s Hatred of Somaliland
after 50 years
In an exclusive interview to the BBC the second Prime Minister of
the former Somali Republic (Italian Somalia and Republic of
Somaliland) Mr. Abdirazak Haji Hussein strongly opposed the
recognition of Somaliland, as a separate sovereign state.
One would not be surprised at his position, but it is unfortunate
that his ignorance – lack of education – and his hatred of the
people of Somaliland can be easily deduced,
after almost half a century.
MP. Abdirazak was the man whose lack of vision and foresight – both
which can attained through education, but which he lucked – were a
set back and obstacle to his government.
During his visit to Hargeisa as Prime Minister, the people turned
then back while he was addressing them at a very large rally. It was
a sign of protest by the people to the head of the government. His
answer was ‘YOU LOOK BETTER
WITH YOUR BACK TURNED.”
This answer should not have been given by a Prime Minister, but it
is an indicator of his lack of intellect. Those who know him were
not surprised for they know that he was not fit to be a Prime
Minister.
In his executive interview; he criticized the late president of
Somaliland Mohamed Ibrahim Egal. Historians and those who lived in
the 60’s will not be surprised for Egal was the man, who politically
isolated him, After forcing him to leave SYL Party – which he was
one of the founders. He began a one-man party called DABKA. His
interview against Somaliland’s recognition shows that his hatred
towards Somaliland has not diminished even after half century.
Reasons he gave for opposing recognition are sufficient evidence of
his anti-Somaliland attitude, although he is old and experienced.
He said; “The world is moving towards unity. Is Africa part of he
world? if so, let us look of the movements going on in different
parts of the continent.” What happened to the mergers of states that
decided to break their unity? Has not he heard about Egypt-Syria or
Senegal and Gambia among others?
The honorable PM spoke about Europe’s unity. He is right that they
are moving towards one; but has he forgotten about the Soviet Union
or Yugoslavia? Is he blinded by his hatred for the late president
and Somaliland? Or his statement was based on ethnic opposition?
He spoke that the world can not swallow 5 Somali states. He is
right, but has he lost the power of perception. Did he forget that
Somaliland is and was a sovereign state before the merger? Has he
forgotten that Puntland (Eastern Region of Somalia) has been a
region in the Italian Colony of Somalia and that it is a regional
administration and part of Somalia even today? Are the states of
Somalia – Not Greater Somalia – part of his hallucination in his
hatred for Somaliland and what it stands for?
He threatened Ethiopia, Kenya and Africa states that their
recognition of Somaliland will bring about their disintegration as a
state? What happened to Ethiopia when it recognized Eritrea? The
answer is nothing.
I don’t know whether you will live long enough to see the Day
Somaliland will be recognized, but remember you never dreamed that
Italian Somalia will be independent, the day you swallowed the
paper. That was heroic although your fear of being arrested by the
Italians was the cause for that? You were a politician when the
majority of African countries became independent? You were hiving
abroad when the Soviet Union crumpled. But it looks as if you are
not learning anything
From what has been going on in the world, during your life as a
politician. Other might wonder why, but I we are not, for we know
your feeble mind and the incurable wound inflicted on you. A wound
that will never heal.
Source: Jamhuuriya Online
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