Breaking News: Somali president due to jet off to Djibouti

The president of the republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is expected to head to Djibouti on Saturday.

Reports state that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is expected to attend talks between Somalia and the breakaway state of Somaliland in Djibout’s capital.

Sources close to Somali presidency say the talks between the leaders will focus on continuation of the talks that has earlier started in Turkey.

The government of Turkey that has hosted several talks between Somalia and Somaliland is also anticipated to preside over the talks in Djibouti.

More to follow.