HARGEISA, Somaliland (HornPost) — Somaliland has held a state funeral for veteran freedom fighter, writer and public figure Boobe Yusuf Duale, who was laid to rest at Baqiic Cemetery in northern Hargeisa.
Senior government officials, former leaders, members of parliament, traditional elders, religious scholars and security chiefs attended the funeral. Large crowds also gathered to pay their final respects to the late writer.
Vice President Mohamed Ali Aw Abdi, who was serving as acting president, led the government delegation. Ministers, heads of national institutions and senior security officials accompanied him.
During the ceremony, the vice president offered prayers for the deceased. He also asked those attending to forgive Boobe for any shortcomings during his lifetime. In addition, he extended condolences to the family and the wider Somaliland community.
Former President Muse Bihi Abdi Pays Tribute
Former Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi also attended the funeral. He expressed his condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for Boobe to be granted Jannat Firdaus.
He also asked Allah to give the family, relatives and people of Somaliland patience and strength during this difficult time.
Political Leaders Honour Boobe Yusuf Duale
Leaders from Somaliland’s political parties joined the funeral and paid tribute to Boobe’s life and contribution to the country.
Kaah Party Chairman Mahmoud Hashi Abdi attended alongside senior party officials. He described Boobe as an important public figure and extended his condolences to the family and the people of Somaliland.
Meanwhile, Abdiasis Samale, First Deputy Chairman of the Kulmiye Party, reflected on Boobe’s life and historical contribution.
Suleiman Ali Kore, Kulmiye’s Third Deputy Chairman, also highlighted the late writer’s place in Somaliland’s public life.
“He was a man who held an important position in Somaliland,” Kore said.
Boobe Yusuf Duale’s Legacy in Journalism and Somaliland History
Boobe Yusuf Duale, whose full name was Abdirahman Yusuf Duale, was known for his involvement in public affairs, journalism, literature and the documentation of Somali history.
Throughout his career, he contributed to media and public debate. He also became known for his writing, historical knowledge and engagement in Somaliland’s political and cultural affairs.
In addition, he took part in efforts linked to Somaliland’s liberation struggle and post-war reconstruction. His work included documenting historical events and preserving Somali literature and cultural heritage.
Boobe was also associated with peacebuilding and reconciliation initiatives, including work with the Academy for Peace and Development. Through his writing and public engagement, he highlighted Somaliland’s history, identity and political aspirations.
His death has prompted condolences from political organizations, public figures and members of the wider community. These tributes reflect his influence across different areas of Somaliland’s public life.
The state funeral brought together people from different political and social backgrounds. They gathered to honor his life and remember his contribution to Somaliland.
May Allah grant Boobe Yusuf Duale Jannat Firdaus and give his family, relatives and the people of Somaliland patience and strength.
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