President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

April 4, 2026

Al-Shabaab Targets Somali President with Mortar Fire Upon His Arrival at Baidoa Airport

The Somali militant group al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for a mortar attack on Baidoa airport as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived for a visit to Somalia's Southwest State. Officials stated that the mortar shells hit the airport but did not cause any damage .
March 27, 2026

Disagreements Between Somalian President and General Secretary of Ruling Party Lead to Latter’s Resignation

Disagreements erupted within the ruling party, headed by current Somali President Hassan Sheikh and party secretary-general Abdirahman Odowa, leading to the secretary-general's resignation and departure from the party. In his resignation statement, Odowa revealed the issues that stemmed from these disagreements...