Elders in Hiran region express concern over clan clashes in the region

The traditional elders in Hiran region expressed concern over the ongoing clan clashes in the region that has caused casualties.

Hassan Kulmiye Waasuge, the chairman of the elders in Hiran region speaking to Goobjoog stated that government forces and African union peace-keeping troops have failed to stop the clan clashes and increasing bloodshed between the clans.

He urged the warring sides to listen to the appeals and end the hostilities without condition.

His remarks comes a time government delegates, a mediating committee comprising of ministers and members of federal parliament have been in the region.

The delegates have taken closed door meeting with elders in Beledweyne, the headquarters of Hiran region and agreed to cease fire and bring immediately bring the sides to the negotiating table, but no achievement reached so far according to some elders in the region.

Goobjoog News