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"The leaders have collectively acknowledged the deep fractures in national unity, the collapse of the economy, the neglect of public services, and the despair that has taken root among Somali citizens,” the statement read.
"The Union for National Dignity will work to rebuild hope, dignity, and fairness in Somali politics.”
The alliance’s founding members represent a cross-section of Somalia’s most seasoned and strategic politicians:
Abdikarim Hussein Guled, former President of Galmudug and ex-Minister of Interior, brings years of political negotiation and reconciliation experience.
Fahad Yasin Haji Dahir, former National Security Advisor and Director of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), is said to lead the influential "Gaashaan Alliance” within the coalition, offering strong security and intelligence networks.
Mohamed Abukar Islow Ducaale, former Minister of Internal Security, adds extensive institutional knowledge of Somalia’s security apparatus.
Thabit Abdi Mohamed, former Mayor of Mogadishu, commands a popular base among the youth and urban electorate.
Guuleed Saalax Barre, respected economist, contributes his expertise in governance and fiscal policy.
Abdi Aden Hoosow, former regional administrator, is known for his organizational and grassroots mobilization capacity.
Abdirizak Khilaaf Ahmed, parliamentarian and reform advocate, provides legislative insight.
Farah Ali Shire, veteran statesman, brings decades of experience in statecraft and diplomacy.
Ducaale Aden Mohamed, a businessman-turned-politician, rounds out the bloc’s economic influence.
Analysts describe the Union for National Dignity as more than a political alliance — it is a convergence of Somalia’s most critical levers of power.
Between them, the coalition’s members command loyalty from hundreds of MPs across both houses of parliament, giving them considerable parliamentary leverage. Combined with their financial resources and grassroots networks, this makes the new alliance one of the most formidable electoral forces in Somalia’s modern history.
The coalition’s security and intelligence experience sets it apart. With figures like Fahad Yasin and Abdikarim Hussein Guled, the group has deep institutional ties to Somalia’s defense and intelligence structures — a factor that may provide strategic leverage in safeguarding stability and electoral integrity during the 2026 polls.
On the global stage, several members of the Union maintain close relationships with development partners, regional powers, and key Muslim and African nations.
Observers note that this could strengthen Somalia’s external partnerships while amplifying the alliance’s credibility among international stakeholders who prioritize peace and reform.
A Western diplomat in Mogadishu, speaking on condition of anonymity, told Waagacusub Media that the new bloc represents "a serious political development with regional and security implications that cannot be ignored.”
The formation of the Union for National Dignity signals a possible realignment ahead of Somalia’s next election cycle.
With political fatigue, economic strain, and growing public disillusionment, the alliance positions itself as a reformist alternative to what it describes as years of fragmented governance and elite division.
Whether the coalition can maintain unity, mobilize voters, and deliver on its promise of national renewal remains to be seen — but for now, the Union for National Dignity has become the new focal point of Somalia’s fast-evolving political landscape.
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