Turkish National Detained in Mogadishu for Misconduct on Somali Employees

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: The Banadir Regional Court has ordered the detention a Turkish national accused of serious misconduct towards Somali employees.

The Office of the Attorney General presented charges against Ertugrul Karaferiyeli, including immorality, threats, and abuse of power – which are in clear violation of Somalia’s labor laws.

Karaferiyeli, an employee of Favori LL a company responsible for managing Mogadishu’s Aden Abdulle International Airport is accused of mistreating Somali workers.

The Turkish national has also been accused of engaging in behavior that goes against both workplace norms and ethical standards.

The Attorney General’s office in a statement emphasized the gravity of the case, underscoring the government’s commitment to upholding labour rights.

“After reviewing the preliminary evidence provided, the court has ordered the temporary detention of the accused,” the statement read.

Karaferiyeli’s detention comes amid growing concerns over the conduct of Turkish companies operating key infrastructure in Somalia.