By M.A. Egge
Sheikh Abdillahi Sheikh Ali Jawhar, one of the most eminent clergy scholars in the country has pointed out that change has come with the ascension of the President of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro to the top-most seat in the country.
He lauded the Head of State for justifiably instructing that the female fraternity be incorporated into the annual noble Holy Quran Memorization and Recitation competition held every month of Ramadan.
He also called on the President to promote farming in the country to boost local production and economy. He observed that his style of leadership and actions has already depicted the difference from past norms.
The cleric expressed his sentiments while addressing a clergy meeting with the President over the week.
“A new government with a new administration has been put in place for us, headed by the new President of Somaliland H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi, who had campaigned on a platform of real change”, said the cleric.
He noted, “The real change has come. I believe that the real change is not the individuals who are being appointed, but the governance system as a whole. It is the upholding, bolstering and fledgling of diligent and pragmatic leadership”.
Sheikh Abdullahi Sheikh Cai Jawhar praised the president for the direction of inclusion of girls/women in this year’s annual participation of Quran recitation and memorization competition.
“We thank the president for making it possible for the female gender fraternity to be included in the annual Quran recitation competition as justifiably deserved, since they were hitherto excluded. Women have the same rights as men except for what Islamic Sharia ordains, and this shows us the importance our government gives to the Islamic religion, which puts the Quran first. We congratulate those who won.”
The eminent cleric who was part of the group of scholars, who were hosted by the President at the presidential palace, encouraged the president to continue his efforts and progress being seen.
“Today, President Abdirahman is expected to excel in his endeavours as he has been a career diplomat with a lot of experiences hence fully understands what real governance is and we wish him success”.
Sheikh Abdilaahi suggested to the president that he focus his efforts on agricultural development so that society can benefit.
“President, we suggest that you focus your greatest developmental efforts on subsistence agriculture. It is worthwhile that agricultural practices be promoted wherever water wells and dams are established.