Mogadishu, Somalia – The Banadir Regional Court has issued an arrest warrant for Ahmed Madobe, Jubaland’s president since 2013, following his controversial re-election last week. Federal authorities accused Madobe of treason, alleging he shared confidential information with a foreign nation, though specifics remain undisclosed.

The warrant deepens tensions between Somalia’s federal government and the semi-autonomous Jubaland, underscoring disputes over political control, regional autonomy, and resource management. Madobe’s allies condemned the move as politically motivated, while federal officials maintain it’s a necessary step to uphold national law.

Jubaland, a region bordering Kenya and crucial for trade and security, remains a battleground for influence, with Mogadishu seeking greater control and regional leaders resisting centralization.

The international community, including the African Union and United Nations, is closely monitoring developments, warning of potential risks to Somalia’s stability and federal aspirations.

Madobe has yet to respond to the warrant, leaving uncertainty over how this will impact Somalia’s efforts to foster unity and rebuild from decades of conflict.