Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Democratization
| Wasaaradda Arrimaha Gudaha, Federaalka iyo Dimuqraadiyadda | |
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| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 1 August 1998 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Puntland |
| Minister responsible | |
| Website | https://moifad.pl.so/ |
The Puntland Ministry of Interior Federal Affairs and Democratization MoIFAD (Somali: Wasaaradda Arrimaha Gudaha, Federaalka iyo Dimuqraadiyadda) formerly known as the Puntland Ministry of Interior, Local Governments and Rural Development MoILGR (Somali: Wasaaradda Arrimaha Gudaha, Dawladaha Hoose iyo Horumarinta Reer Miyiga) is the government body responsible for governance and development of Puntland’s communities for the portfolio of municipalities, including district council formation and implementing systems for local governance. The ministry supports service delivery at the local level through political, fiscal and administrative decentralization.[1] Since 2022, it was ministered by Abdi Farah Said Juha.[2]
Establishment
[edit]Following the establishment of Puntland in 1998, initially it was formed as the Ministry of Interior and Security Affairs to develop structures and strengthening their capacity with a view to promoting democratic and accountable local administrations that provide better basic services for stability and enhanced peace, and the first minister was Hassan Abshir Farah, later reformed and then labeled Puntland Ministry of Interior, Local Governments and Rural Development (MoILGR). In the 2000s, it was split into the Ministry of Security and DDR.[3]
The ministry was created to improve its capacity by implementing policies and frameworks that support effective governance, community welfare, and local administration across the region. The ministry aims to strengthen the foundations of Puntland’s public administration and foster sustainable development for all citizens.[4]
The Ministry also collaborates closely with local and international partners to promote peace, security, and community resilience. By fostering transparent governance and empowering local administrations, the ministry plays a vital role in building a stable and prosperous future for Puntland.[5]
List of ministers
[edit]- Hassan Abshir Farah
- Abdullahi Ahmed Jama
- Ahmed Elmi Osman
- Mohamed Abdirahman Dhabancad
- Abdi Farah Said Juha – incumbent
Rererences
[edit]- ^ "Somalia: Puntland Policy Guidelines on Displacement, N.D." Refworld. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
- ^ "Wasiirka cusub ee Arimaha gudaha Puntland oo sheegay inay u baahan yihiin Guddi doorasho oo madax banaan | Horseed Media". Horseed Media - Latest Somali News & Analysis. Retrieved 2025-04-01.
- ^ "Joint Press Conference of Puntland Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Interior on Local Governance and Decentralized Service Delivery (JPLG) in Somalia - UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF)". www.uncdf.org. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
- ^ "Memorandum of Understanding Signed with the Puntland State Ministry of Interior, Federal Affairs and Democratisation – Max Planck Foundation for International Peace and the Rule of Law". Retrieved 2025-03-31.
- ^ "DevelopmentAid". DevelopmentAid. Retrieved 2025-03-31.
External links
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