HARGEISA (Hornpost) — WADDANI Party Chairman Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan has said the government’s decision to increase salaries for Somaliland’s armed forces fulfils a key promise in the party’s political programme.
Speaking at the Somaliland Armed Forces Command headquarters in Hargeisa, Hirsi praised President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro) for approving the salary increase.
He said improving military salaries was among the party’s main commitments. He added that the government was now putting that promise into action.
“The increase in military salaries was one of the key commitments in our party’s political programme. We promised a 250 percent salary increase for the armed forces. The president has issued the necessary directive, and the government is implementing that commitment,” Hirsi said.
He stressed that better pay should form part of wider efforts to strengthen the military and improve the welfare of service members.
WADDANI Chairman Calls for Stronger Police Institutions
Hirsi also discussed the need to strengthen Somaliland’s police force and improve its relationship with the public.
He said the police should operate as a professional institution that protects citizens and enforces the law fairly.
He warned against abuse of authority and injustice, saying such practices could damage public confidence in the police.
The party chairman also stressed the importance of maintaining a clear distinction between the responsibilities of the military and the police.
He recalled that his party had raised similar concerns while in opposition.
Hirsi argued that the police and military require different training because they perform different duties.
“The police should be trained to understand and enforce the law while protecting the public. The military, meanwhile, must receive training to defend the country against external threats,” he said.
He added that both institutions deserve respect and support because they serve important national interests.
Chairman Urges Citizens to Respect the Law
The WADDANI chairman also called on Somaliland citizens to respect the law and support efforts to build a society based on legal principles.
He said the government and its ruling party have a responsibility to promote respect for the law across the country.
Hirsi stressed that effective law enforcement requires cooperation between public institutions and communities.
He added that building public trust in state institutions should remain a priority for the administration.
Calls for Patience Towards Opposition Parties
Hirsi also addressed the relationship between the government and opposition parties.
He said the administration should approach political differences with patience and restraint.
He expressed hope that opposition parties would respect the law while carrying out their political activities.
His remarks came as the government continues to implement commitments outlined in the WADDANI Party’s political programme.
Hornpost Staff Reporter
