MOGADISHU — Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Kheyre has sharply criticised President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accusing him of responsibility for escalating political tensions in the country, according to remarks delivered in Mogadishu.
Kheyre said the current political climate reflected what he described as serious leadership failures at the highest level of government.
He claimed that these failures had contributed to widening political divisions across Somalia.
The former prime minister’s comments come amid a period of renewed political friction in the capital, Mogadishu.
Various political actors have recently exchanged accusations over governance and national direction.
Kheyre directly blamed the president for what he described as worsening instability in the political landscape.
He did not provide detailed evidence to support his allegations during his remarks.
However, his comments were strongly worded and appeared to signal deepening political rifts.
Kheyre further stated that he remained prepared to act in defence of what he called political rights and the country’s future.
He did not elaborate on what such actions would involve.
The remarks were widely interpreted by observers as a strong political warning directed at the presidency.
The statement adds to growing tensions between opposition-aligned figures and the federal government.
There has been no immediate official response from President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud or his office.
Villa Somalia has in recent weeks maintained that it is committed to dialogue and political stability.
The latest remarks are expected to fuel further debate among Somalia’s political class.
Analysts say political mistrust remains high between key actors in the country.
Efforts to bridge divisions have repeatedly faced setbacks in recent months.
Mogadishu has seen periodic political disputes linked to governance and electoral issues.
Security concerns have also complicated the political environment in the capital.
The situation remains fluid, with expectations of further political statements in the coming days.
Observers say the trajectory of political dialogue will depend on renewed engagement between rival camps.
