72-760: [REDACTED] Look up badhan in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Badhan may refer to: Badhan, Sanaag , a town in Somalia al-Badhan , a Palestinian village in the West Bank Badhan (organization) , a blood donation organization in Bangladesh Badhan (Persian Governor) , governor of Yemen during the time of the Prophet Mohammed An alternative spelling for badchen ,
144-1311: A Post-Primary Education Division (PPED) and a Basic Education Directorate (BED), among other boards. The educational system of Puntland comprises two years of Early Childhood Development (ECD), eight years of primary education (four years of lower primary and four years of upper primary) and four years of secondary education . Tertiary education comprises an average of four years, with the region currently counting seven major universities: Puntland State University in Garowe , Puntland State University in Galkayo , Bosaso College in Bosaso , East Somalia University in Qardho , Mogadishu University (Puntland branch) in Bosaso, Maakhir University in Badhan , Sanaag , and Nugaal University in Las Anod . East Africa University also has six branches in Puntland, with campuses in Bosaso, Erigavo , Galdogob , Galkayo, Garowe and Qardho. Thus, it
216-606: A branch in Badhan. In January 2021, the university's central committee commended the Puntland branch of the National University in Badhan district, which is the last branch to be included in the university, for its good performance, both for its students and for its colleagues. The construction of the university was funded at the cost 6 Million USD by the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development in agreement with
288-674: A delegation led by the Speaker of the Parliament of Puntland will visit Badhan. In January 2021, Puntland forces entered Badhan and interfered with voter registration for the Somaliland elections, which were being conducted by the Somaliland government. In June 2021, the Puntland government deployed a trained police force to Badhan. In October 2021, Badhan elders condemned the Somaliland government's expulsion of displaced people from southwestern Somalia from Erigavo. In March 2022,
360-595: A drought occurred in Sanag and the price of a Toggle the table of contents barrel of water in Badhan district reached 4,500 shillings . In 2006, the Warsangali clan and the Puntland government came into conflict and fighting over underground resources in the Warsangali clan's residential areas, and since then the Warsangali have distanced themselves from Puntland. However, Warsangali never joined Somaliland. In January 2007, Badhan district and Dhahar District declared
432-609: A key difference was that Puntland was formed as a descendant-based entity unlike in Somaliland. The state was established as a "homeland" for the Harti community of Northern Somalia, whereby the Majeerten were deemed as the "chief architects" of the entity. Since its establishment in 1998, Puntland has also been in territorial disputes with Somaliland over the Sool , Sanaag and Ayn regions. The legal structure of Puntland consists of
504-408: A launching ceremony of a tender process for the Bosaso airport's renovations was held at the facility. The renovations will include the extension of the airport's gravel runway from 1,800 m to 2,650 m. The runway's width will also be widened from 30 m to 45 m, and feature 7.5 m gravel shoulders on both sides. According to Puntland Deputy Minister of Civil Aviation Abdiqani Gelle,
576-583: A line of latitude higher than 11° north . The name "Puntland" is derived from the Land of Punt mentioned in ancient Egyptian sources, although the exact location of the fabled territory is still a mystery. Many studies suggest that the Land of Punt was located in present-day Somalia, whereas others propose that it was situated elsewhere. On 31 March 2024, following changes to the Constitution of Somalia ,
648-412: A new anti-terrorism law to more efficiently handle terror suspects and their accomplices; a special court is also expected to be established within the region's existing criminal courts system to facilitate the task. Fiscally, a transparent, budget -based public finance system was established, which has reportedly helped increase public confidence in government. In addition, a new regional constitution
720-416: A powerful traditional elder who fully controlled areas under his rule. The polity maintained a robust trading network, entered into treaties with foreign powers, and exerted strong centralized authority on the domestic front. The Majeerteen Sultanate was nearly destroyed in the mid-1800s by a power struggle between Boqor Osman and his ambitious cousin, Yusuf Ali Kenadid . After almost five years of battle,
792-412: A renovation project was launched, with KMC contracted to upgrade the harbor. The initiative's first phase saw the clean-up of unwanted materials from the dockyard and was completed within the month. The second phase involves the reconstruction of the port's adjoining seabed, with the objective of accommodating larger ships. In 2012, a team of engineers was also enlisted by the Puntland authorities to assess
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#1732771981850864-557: A similar agreement vis-a-vis his own Sultanate the year before. Both rulers had signed the protectorate treaties to advance their own expansionist objectives, with Boqor Osman looking to use Italy's support in his ongoing power struggle with Kenadid over the Majeerteen Sultanate. Boqor Osman and Sultan Kenadid also hoped to exploit the conflicting interests among the European imperial powers that were then looking to control
936-445: A single electoral vote. Abdihakim Abdullahi Haji Omar was concurrently elected Puntland's vice president. On 8 January 2019 the former Federal Minister for Planning and International Cooperation, Said Abdullahi Deni, was declared the new president. The election was closely contested, going to a third round of voting. Deni defeated former intelligence officer, Asad Osman Diyano. Deni got 35 votes, to Diayno's 31 votes. Deni addressed
1008-542: A source of water rather than surface water . There are four main seasons around which pastoral and agricultural life revolve, and these are dictated by shifts in the wind patterns. Puntland's seasons are: Following the outbreak of the civil war in Somalia, numerous problems arose with regard to access to education in rural areas and along gender lines, quality of educational provisions, responsiveness of school curricula, educational standards and controls, management and planning capacity, and financing. To address these concerns,
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1152-407: Is a 2-4-4-4 system. Puntland's Ministry of Education also recognizes non-formal education (NFE) and technical/vocational education and training (TVET) as integral parts of the region's educational system. From 2005/2006 to 2006/2007, there was a significant increase in the number of schools in Puntland, up 137 institutions from just one year prior. During the same period, the number of classes in
1224-639: Is an autonomous territory formed in 1998 that became a Federal Member State . Puntland is located in the northeastern part of Somalia and its state capital is the city of Garoowe in the Nugal region. The region had a population of 4,334,633 in 2016. Puntland is bordered by Somaliland to its west, the Gulf of Aden in the north, the Guardafui Channel in the northeast, the Indian Ocean in
1296-544: Is bordered by Somaliland to its west, the Gulf of Aden in the north, the Indian Ocean in the southeast, and Ethiopia in the southwest. Puntland occupies a total land area of 212,510 km (82,050 sq mi) or roughly one-third of Somalia's geographical area. Mountains include Golis Mountains , Galgala , and Al Madow . The region is semi-arid , with a warm climate and average daily temperatures ranging from 27 °C (80.6 °F) to 37 °C (98.6 °F). These climatic conditions favor pastoralism as
1368-573: Is considered the most progressive, and is attempting to close the gender gap so that more females will be able to attend school. Other regions are following Puntland's lead in that regard. Within the Puntland government, the Ministry of Education is responsible for developing and managing the region's educational needs. It is headed by the Minister Mohamud Bile Dubbe, under whom a Vice Minister and Director General help oversee
1440-469: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Badhan, Sanaag Badhan ( Somali : Badhan ; Arabic : برن ), also known as Baran is a city in the Sanaag region of Puntland state of Somalia . It was always in danger of flooding during the raining seasons. In 1971, the town was re-located near a borewell called Badhan and it has assumed
1512-481: Is estimated at 20 inhabitants per square kilometre (52/sq mi). As with the rest of Somalia, Islam is the main religion of the Puntland region. Municipal bus services operate in Bosaso , Garowe , Las Anod , Galkayo and Qardho . Shuttle services between the region's major towns and adjacent hamlets are also available via different types of vehicles, such as 4 wheel drives and light goods vehicles (LGV). As of May 2015, over 70,000 vehicles are registered with
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#17327719818501584-533: Is primarily inhabited by people from the Somali ethnic group, with the Darod especially well-represented. There are also a number of Mehri residents. Currently, 31% of the region's residents live in the fast-growing towns of Bosaso , Gardo , Las Anod , Buuhoodle , Badhan , Galdogob , Garowe and Galkayo . Approximately 70% of the population is also below the age of 30. The population density in Puntland
1656-633: Is to hold free and fair local elections in Puntland. Badhan District of Puntland's Sanaag Region has designated 22 places for polling places. All the polling places in Badhan District are the following: Intin, Horseed, Waaberi, Golis, Quudhloho, Kur ilaalo, Calmadow, Geeldoora, Higlo, Gumar, Rad, Laako, Midigale, Moqor, Caanobadan, Carawayn, Faracadey, Dal-lo'aad, Hadaaftimo, Haylaan, Dhanaha, Banadarsama, Jicaanyo, Xargadheere, Mindhicir, Qoryo guban, Caadsaaran, Ceel-magac leh, Qaarar, Ceelbuuh 1, Ceelbuuh 2 and Geed-larifay. TPEC Mobile teams will work in
1728-664: The Federal Government of Somalia and implemented by the Puntland authorities. The Somali National Television and Radio Mogadishu report from Badhan and provide regular news coverage. Badhan is claimed by both Somaliland and Puntland , each with its own governor who orders it. Badhan mayor and Badhan district governor mean the same thing. Badhan is listed as Badan in a book published in England in 1951. Its coordinates are given as 10 degrees 43 minutes north latitude and 48 degrees 20 minutes east longitude. In
1800-465: The Minister of Planning and International Cooperation visited badhan, as well the town of Dhahar in the Sanaag region along with Puntland officials. On the 31st of January 2023, Voter registration for Puntland Local Government Elections in Badhan, Sanaag region started. Voter registration was being done by Transitional Puntland Electoral Commission (TPEC) which is an independent body whose mandate
1872-666: The Puntland Dervish Force (PDF), its official paramilitary division. It operates its own police force, which includes a Special Protection Unit. The Puntland Intelligence Agency (PIA) is the intelligence bureau of Puntland's military. It was established in 2001 as the Puntland Intelligence Service during the rule of President Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed , with help from the United States. The Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF)
1944-738: The Transitional Federal Charter of the Somali Republic , Puntland is a part of the Federal State of Somalia. As such, the region seeks the unity of Somalis and adheres to a federal system of government. Unlike the republic of Somaliland to its west, Puntland is not trying to obtain international recognition as a separate nation. However, both regions have one thing in common: they base their support upon clan elders and their organizational structure along lines based on clan relationships and kinship . However,
2016-402: The 1910s, Mohammed Abdullah Hassan controlled the southeastern part of British Somaliland and also built a fort in Badhan. In 1933, a drought broke out in Badhan and the government opened a relief camp that housed 2,500 to 3,000 people. In 1945, the Somaliland government used Poisoned bait to prevent an invasion of locusts , and the population, especially pastoralists, rebelled against
2088-478: The Badhan District. In 25 May 2023 registered voters of Badhan district made an election of one man one vote for the first time, and 33 local councils with 8 different parties compete. KAAH party got the majority of (17/33) of the members and wins the new mayor and deputy mayor. The town is exclusively settled by the Warsangali clan of the wider Harti Darod clan. The Somali National University has
2160-676: The COVID-19 crisis, the Government of Puntland launched the Learning Passport, a digital remote learning platform where children can access educational content both online and offline from their homes. The Learning Passport is a ground-breaking partnership between UNICEF, Microsoft and the University of Cambridge. As of 2016, the population of Puntland is estimated at 4,334,633 residents, 39% of whom are nomads . The region
2232-596: The November elections in Badhan district. In October 2017, the Somaliland Election Commission announced that 4,235 people registered as voters in the Badhan district. In November 2017, Puntland's Minister of Security visited Badhan and announced that no Somaliland elections would be held here. No vote was actually taken either. In January 2018, Somalia's Minister of Planning visited Badhan. Somaliland protested against it. In March 2018,
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2304-646: The Puntland Ministry of Works and Transport. Puntland is traversed by a 750 km (470 mi) north–south highway. It connects major cities in the northern part of Somalia, such as Garowe, Bosaso and Galkayo, with towns in the south. In 2012, the Puntland Highway Authority completed rehabilitation work on the central artery linking Garowe with Galkayo. The transportation body also started an upgrade and repair project in June 2012 on
2376-518: The Puntland government in Badhan district. All were later released. In July 2016, the Mayor of Badhan, Somaliland, said voter registration for the Somaliland elections was going well throughout Badhan District. Somaliland Defense Minister Visits Badhan. In February 2017, Somaliland's Badhan district governor died in a hospital in Hargeisa . In August 2017, Somaliland began issuing voter cards for
2448-736: The Puntland government is in the process of developing an educational policy to guide the region's scholastic process as it embarks on the path of reconstruction and economic development. The latter includes a gender sensitive national education policy compliant with world standards, such as those outlined in the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). Examples of this and other educational measures at work are
2520-486: The Puntland government passed a new regional draft constitution, representing a significant step toward the eventual introduction of a multi-party political system to the region for the first time. On 15 April 2012, the Puntland government opened a four-day constitutional convention officially inaugurating the new Constitution of Puntland . Overseen by the Puntland Electoral Commission (PEC),
2592-965: The Puntland government plans to carry out similar upgrades at the Garowe International Airport in Garowe, the Abdullahi Yusuf International Airport in Galkayo, and the Qardho Airport in Qardho. The Puntland Security Force (PSF) is the armed force of the autonomous Puntland region. Commanders and senior officials of the military are appointed by a qualified panel approved by the Council of Ministers. The Puntland security apparatus also has an independent military judiciary. The PSF includes
2664-595: The Somali peninsula, so as to avoid direct occupation of their territories by force. With the gradual extension into northern Somalia of European colonial rule, all three sultanates were annexed to Italian Somaliland in the early 20th century. Following the outbreak of the Somali Civil War in 1991, a home-grown constitutional conference was held in Garoowe in 1998 over a period of three months. Attended by
2736-653: The Somaliland Defense Minister from Badhan district was prevented from visiting Badhan district by the Puntland military. In August 2018, Somaliland's Badhan district governor was reportedly suspected of joining Puntland. In September 2018, the Cabinet of Puntland met in Badhan. President Puntland officially inaugurated Maakhir University . In May 2019, Somaliland's Badhan Governor Ali Husein announced his resignation. He said Badhan belongs to Puntland. In August 2019, Somaliland Governor Badhan
2808-576: The Transitional Puntland Electoral Commission (TPEC). According to Farole, the general public will be eligible for membership in the organization once it is selected as an official political party. Five other political associations were established the following month, including the Development and Justice Party Horcad launched by an entrepreneur and businessman Omar Ismail Waberi along other politicians,
2880-637: The Union of the People of the Regions or UPR (Ururka Gobolada Umadaha Bahoobey or UGUB), Midnimo, Talowadaag (Consensus-building), and GAHAYR or Golaha Aqoonta iyo Horumarinta ee Asaaska Yoolka Runta (Council of Education and Development towards Founding the True Goal). On 8 January 2014, former Prime Minister of Somalia Abdiweli Mohamed Ali was elected as the 5th President of Puntland overcoming Dr. Farole by
2952-552: The Vice President of Somaliland oversaw over $ 5000 donation from Tawakal Transporters handed over to drought relief to the village of Dhanaha near Badhan. Puntland Puntland ( Somali : Puntland , Arabic : أرض البنط , Italian : Terra di Punt or Paese di Punt ), officially the Puntland State of Somalia ( Somali : Dowlad Goboleedka Puntland ee Soomaaliya , Arabic : ولاية أرض البنط الصومالية ),
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3024-498: The area's political elite, traditional elders ( Issims ), members of the business community, intellectuals and other civil society representatives, the autonomous Puntland State of Somalia was established to deliver services to the population, offer security, facilitate trade, and interact with domestic and international partners. Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed served as the fledgling state's founding president. As stipulated in Article 1 of
3096-519: The city. Nowadays, the fort is in need of restoration, as time has worn it down. Badhan served as the capital of Maakhir state, which was later incorporated into Puntland in January 2009. The entity was initially established by the Warsangali community in opposition to Puntland and Somaliland 's contention over their inhabited territory. In September 2019, local election was held in Baran on
3168-725: The constitution represented the final step in the extant regional democratization process and was scheduled to be followed by the formation of political parties. On 12 September 2012, the Puntland Electoral Commission announced that the registration process for political parties in Puntland was now open. This came after the passing of the Political Association Law, the Referendum Act, the District Elections Law and
3240-496: The establishment of Maakhir state and unilaterally joined the Federal Republic of Somalia. Its capital was designated as Badhan. The Maakhir state soon became dysfunctional, but Warsangali remained bicommunal with Somaliland and Puntland, and never received effective administrative control from either. In February 2008, the Puntland regime left Badhan and the Somaliland army entered Badhan. In 2009, Maakhir state
3312-519: The government from Zeira to Badhan because they suspected it was directed at culling livestock and eliminating the country's population. In the early 2000s, Somaliland established the Badhan region and Puntland established the Haylan region and tried to get involved in Badhan's administration. However, the Warsangali clans living in the area were not very aware of these districts and maintained peaceful relations with both countries. In November 2005,
3384-435: The government of Puntland stated that it no longer recognises the authority of the Somali federal government and would no longer participate in Somali federal institutions. Furthermore, it was stated that Puntland would "operate as a state that's independent from Somalia until there is a federal government with a constitution agreed upon in a referendum in which Puntland participates". The Majeerteen Sultanate (Migiurtinia)
3456-452: The government's enactment of legislation aimed at securing the educational interests of girls, promoting the growth of an Early Childhood Development (ECD) program designed to reach parents and care-givers in their homes as well as in the ECD centers for 0- to 5-year-old children, and introducing incentive packages to encourage teachers to work in remote rural areas. Puntland's education system
3528-461: The inauguration of the state constitution. They will also be challengers in the next elections, scheduled for January 2014. On 14 November 2012, President Farole announced the launching of his new political party, Horseed . The association counts over 200 members and represents the incumbent Puntland government, including Vice President Abdisamad Ali Shire and the state Ministers. It is the first prospective party to register for an application with
3600-405: The initiative of the Puntland Ministry of Interior, and Ahmed Mohamed Timir was elected mayor. In January 2021, Puntland deployed troops to Badhan to prevent Somaliland 's attempts to conduct voter registration in the city. Abdirashid Yusuf Jibril, the Speaker of House of Representatives of Puntland (Parliament) arrived in the city to oversee the operation. Somaliland's influence in the city
3672-564: The judiciary, legislative ( House of Representatives ) and the executive (the President and his nominated Council of Ministries) branches of government. Though relatively peaceful, the region briefly experienced political unrest in 2001 when then President of Puntland, Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed, one of the founding fathers of the Puntland State and its first president, wanted his term extended. Ahmed and Jama Ali Jama fought for control of
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#17327719818503744-528: The large thoroughfare between the regional capital and Bosaso. Additionally, renovations began in October 2012 on the freeway linking Bosaso with Qardho. Plans are also in the works to construct new roads connecting littoral towns in the region to the main highway. Bosaso has a major seaport , which was constructed during the mid-1980s for annual livestock shipments to the Middle East . In January 2012,
3816-591: The lawmakers after being declared the winner. He said he would continue the policies of his predecessor, Abdiweli Gaas. In April 2024, Puntland announced it would operate as an independent state amid a dispute over Somali constitutional changes. As stipulated in Article 3 of the Transitional Constitution of the Puntland Regional Government of 2001, Puntland consists of the following claimed regions: In January 2009,
3888-501: The most effective use of land in most parts of the region. Grazing lands include the Hawd region in the high plateau to the west of the Mudug and Sool regions, into the lush green land of Sanaag and into Ethiopia and the low Nugaal valley. Mild temperatures, by contrast, are experienced only along the high mountain ranges of Bari . Rainfall is sparse and variable, with no single area receiving more than 400 mm (15.7 in) of rain annually. Nomads primarily rely on wells as
3960-532: The most significant new reforms enacted by the incumbent Puntland administration is the launching in May 2009 of the Puntland Agency For Social Welfare (PASWE), the first organization of its kind in Somali history. The agency provides medical, educational and counselling support to vulnerable groups and individuals such as orphans, the disabled and the blind. PASWE is overseen by a Board of Directors, which consists of religious scholars ( ulema ), business people, intellectuals and traditional elders. On 15 June 2009,
4032-410: The name ever since. The area was first settled in the 14th century by Somali herdsmen from the Warsangali subclan of the Darod clan, as there was water available for their flocks. Badhan is also famous for being the stage of battles between the Dervishes of Mohammed Abdullah Hassan and the Sultanate of Warsangeli. Hassan, the leader of Dervishes, ordered the construction of a new grand fort in
4104-699: The ongoing renovations taking place at the Las Khorey port. According to the Minister of Ports, Said Mohamed Rage , the Puntland government intends to launch more such development projects in Las Khorey. Local airlines offer flights to various domestic and international locations, such as Djibouti , Addis Ababa , Dubai and Jeddah ; they also provide flights for the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages. The most prominent airlines in Puntland are Jubba Airways , Osob Air and Daallo Airlines , which operate from Bender Qassim International Airport in Bosaso and Abdullahi Yusuf International Airport (formerly Galkayo Airport) in Galkayo, among other places. In late September 2013,
4176-402: The previous government of Puntland created three regions, all carved out of the existing regions: Karkaar was carved out of Bari , Haylaan out of Sanaag , and Ayn out of Togdheer region. In the south, according to the federal government of Somalia and CIA , the southern part of Mudug is part of Galmudug Puntland is geographically situated in the northeastern portion of Somalia . It
4248-549: The region increased by 504, with 762 more teachers also offering their services. Total student enrollment increased by 27% over the previous year, with girls lagging only slightly behind boys in attendance in most regions. The highest class enrollment was observed in the northernmost Bari region , and the lowest was observed in the under-populated Ayn region. The distribution of classrooms was almost evenly split between urban and rural areas, with marginally more pupils attending and instructors teaching classes in urban areas. Following
4320-434: The region, with Ahmed emerging victorious the following year. Ahmed served his second term as president until October 2004, when he was elected President of Somalia . He was succeeded in office by Mohamed Hashi , who served until January 2005 when he lost a re-election bid in parliament to General Mohamud Muse Hersi "Adde". Puntland uses a parliamentary system in which the president and the vice president are elected by
4392-413: The short-lived quasi-state of Maakhir was officially incorporated into Puntland. Control of the western Sool , Sanaag and Ayn (SSC) provinces is disputed with Somaliland. On 8 April 2013, the Puntland government announced the creation of a new region named Gardafuul . Carved out of the Bari region, it consists of three districts and has its capital at Aluula . Prior to naming this new region,
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#17327719818504464-414: The southeast, the central Galmudug region in the south, and Ethiopia in the southwest. There are several major geographical apexes in Puntland, including the Cape Guardafui , which forms the tip of the Horn of Africa, Ras Hafun the easternmost place on the entire African continent, and the beginning of the Karkaar mountain range. It also has the northernmost major city in Somalia, Bosaso , located at
4536-560: The two leaders signed an agreement on a deal for setting up of a dedicated livestock quarantine facility to facilitate the import of livestock from Somalia to the UAE. In October 2008, Muse also signed a Dh 170 million agreement with Dubai 's Lootah Group to support the construction of an airport, seaport and free zone in the coastal city of Bosaso. Muse indicated that "I believe that when we finish all these projects our people will benefit by getting good health services, education and overall prosperity." In January 2009, Abdirahman Farole
4608-424: The unicameral Parliament of Puntland . In March 2005, President Muse began an ambitious plan to build an airport in Puntland's commercial capital of Bosaso, a project that is now complete and referred to as Bender Qassim International Airport . In April 2007, Muse held meetings with Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi , the crown prince and deputy ruler of Ras al-Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where
4680-483: The villages and rural areas inside the districts that have not been chosen for registration and voting. On March the 18th 2023, The complete preliminary list of registered voters in the Puntland areas and locations where registration has taken place was presented by TPEC. 22,608 voters were registered by TPEC in the Sanaag region of Puntland. 17,784 of those registered voters in the 22 pre-planned polling stations and 16 remote places handled by TPEC's mobile teams came from
4752-467: The young upstart was finally forced into exile in Yemen . A decade later, in the 1870s, Kenadid returned from the Arabian Peninsula with a band of Hadhrami musketeers and a group of devoted lieutenants. With their assistance, he managed to overpower the local clans and establish the Sultanate of Hobyo in 1878. In late 1889, Boqor Osman entered into a treaty with Italy , making his realm an Italian protectorate . His rival Sultan Kenadid had signed
4824-441: Was ambushed by Puntland militias. There is speculation that the ambush was orchestrated by a former Badhan regional governor who defected to Puntland. The Somaliland government condemns Puntland. In September 2019, Puntland forces arrested Somaliland's Badhan District Deputy Governor Cabdiraxmaan Axmed. In September 2019, 26-year-old Hawo Mohamud Farah was elected deputy mayor of the Badan district of Puntland. In January 2020,
4896-531: Was drafted and later passed on 15 June 2009, which is believed to represent a significant step toward the eventual introduction of a multi-party political system to the region for the first time; such a system already exists in the adjacent Somaliland region. More modest reforms were also put into motion in the social sector, particularly in the education and healthcare fields. The regional government has hired more healthcare workers and teachers, with major plans under way for school and hospital renovations. One of
4968-402: Was elected the new president of Puntland. Upon assuming office, the Farole administration implemented a number of reforms, particularly in the security and judicial sectors. To bolster the region's justice system, numerous new prosecutors, judges and other court personnel as well as additional prison guards were hired and trained. In July 2010, the Puntland Council of Ministers unanimously approved
5040-416: Was founded in the mid-18th century. It rose to prominence the following century, under the reign of the resourceful Boqor (King) Osman Mahamuud . Centred in Aluula , it controlled much of northern and central Somalia in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Boqor Osman was one of the prominent Darood clan chiefs who ruled the ancient towns of Alula , Bargaal , Bosaso and Hafun and subsequently emerged as
5112-440: Was incorporated into Puntland. However, it resurfaced in 2009. In 2011, Maakhir state ceased operations due to pressure from Puntland and Somaliland. In June 2013, Somaliland forces temporarily occupied Badhan district. In December 2013, President Puntland visited Badhan. In March 2014, Somaliland forces temporarily occupied Badhan. In October 2015, eight members of the Somaliland Electoral Commission were detained by
5184-591: Was reduced when almost all local militia previously loyal to Somaliland defected to Puntland , and strengthened Puntland's hold on the city. Mahmood reports: the Chief of Staff of the Somaliland Armed Forces, General Nuh Ismail Tani, surprisingly expressed relief. He noted that Somaliland had simply been paying these forces not to join Puntland, but this had not truly advanced Somaliland’s interests in return". In January 2018, Gamal Mohamed Hassan ,
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