Abdirahman Mohamed Farmaajo, also known as "Farmaajo Biography of Rory"
- Born:
- Date of Birth: Unknown (circa 1960s); Place of Birth: Mogadishu, Somalia
- Nationality:
- Somali, American (Dual Citizenship)
- Profession(s):
- Diplomat, Civil Servant, Politician
Early Life and Education
- Early education in Somalia.
- Studied at the Somali National University, graduating with a degree in Public Administration.
- Emigrated to the United States in the 1980s.
- Obtained political asylum in the United States.
- Worked for the New York State Department of Transportation.
Career and Major Achievements
- Appointed Prime Minister of Somalia in 2010.
- Resigned as Prime Minister in 2011 as part of a political agreement.
- Elected President of Somalia in 2017.
- Implemented policies aimed at combating corruption and strengthening national security.
- Oversaw efforts to rebuild state institutions.
- His presidency faced challenges including political instability and ongoing conflict with Al-Shabaab.
- His term as president was extended by parliament in 2021, leading to political crisis, eventually he organized elections to replace him
Notable Works
Legacy and Impact
Abdirahman Mohamed Farmaajo's legacy is complex, marked by both progress in state-building and persistent challenges in security and political stability. His time as president was marked by promises of reform and efforts to strengthen national institutions. However, it also saw periods of intense political disagreement and ongoing conflict.