LASANOD (Raxanreeb) – The presidential and vice-presidential elections of the North-East Administration are taking place today in Lasanod, the capital of Sool region.

Candidates who received official clearance have entered the contest, seeking to secure the top leadership positions of the administration.

In the run-up to the vote, presidential hopefuls held meetings with members of the regional House of Representatives, lobbying for support in what is expected to be a closely watched race.

Security has been tightened in Lasanod since last night, with a curfew imposed across the city. Movement of residents and vehicles has been restricted, except for those authorized to transport officials and candidates.

Presidential Candidates:

• Cabdiqaadir Axmed Aw Cali (Firdhiye)
• Jamaal Maxamed Xasan
• Cabdirisaaq Khaliif Axmed
• Rashiid Faarax Maxamuud
• Maxamuud Yuusuf Xasan

Vice-Presidential Candidates:

• Cumar Daahir Xasan
• Cabdirashiid Yuusuf Jibriil (Abwaan)
• Cabdirisaaq Maxamed Jaamac
• Cabdisataar Sheekh Cismaan Cumar
• Maxamed Cabdi Bullaale

The outcome of the election is expected to shape the political direction of the North-East Administration. Local observers and political stakeholders are closely monitoring developments as the vote unfolds in Lasanod.

Raxanreeb will continue to provide updates as new details and results emerge.