By Horn Africa News
MOGADISHU – Somalia’s federal government, under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is coming under intense scrutiny over alleged human rights violations, forced evictions, and misuse of state resources as his presidential term nears its conclusion.
Former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire, alongside several ex-presidents, publicly accused the administration of systematically oppressing citizens it vowed to protect.
Speaking at a press conference in Mogadishu on Tuesday, the former leaders claimed the government has been involved in illegal land seizures, the forced displacement of vulnerable families, and the manipulation of state institutions for narrow political or financial gain, particularly in the capital.
“These actions constitute a betrayal of public trust,” Khaire said. “Instead of upholding the rule of law, the government is actively undermining it, especially by targeting vulnerable communities.”
Residents in multiple districts of Mogadishu have reported growing frustration over evictions carried out without due process, often affecting low-income households. Many describe these measures as systematic marginalization that exacerbates poverty and insecurity.
The former officials warned that persistent abuses could ignite public unrest and potentially trigger a mass uprising in the capital, heightening tensions in an already volatile political environment.
With national elections scheduled in the coming months, Somalia’s political landscape is increasingly fraught, raising concerns over possible confrontations between the government and opposition forces—and the risk of broader instability across Mogadishu.
The federal government has yet to issue an official response to the allegations.
