The Ogaden National Liberation Front struggles for the right of self determination of all Somalis and minority nations in Ethiopia
retweets not endorsements
We African don’t normally appreciate the good effort of our leaders. However, ONLF recognises the real, credible and positive democratic change that is happening in
#Ethiopia
. This change is attributed to the open minded P M of
#Ethiopia
,
#Abiy
.
#ONLF
calls all to protect it.
#ONLF
congratulates PM Abiy Ahmed for receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. We confirm that his vision and commitment has facilitated the peace agreement in
#Ogaden
,
#Oromia
,
#Ethiopia
& Eritrea. We have high hopes that his drive to democratise will succeed. Keep going, we support you
#ONLF
congratulates the heroic people of
#Eritrea
for their 30th anniversary of their independence. You are a beacon of freedom in the Horn of Africa. Keep going.
#ONLF
chairman Abdirahman Mahdi, Somali State President H.E Mustafa Omar, PP secretary of Somali Mohamed Shale, members of ONLF EC and
#Somali
State cabinet members held breakfast meeting & agreed to strengthen peace, stability & good governance in the Somali state.
#Ethiopia
The recent discussions held by the international community with the
#Ethiopian
government, while a step toward peace, starkly contrast the grim realities faced by the Somali people and the unfulfilled promises to the
#ONLF
. The 2018 peace agreement, rather than heralding a new
A new regional admin was announced in
#Jigjiga
,
#Somalistate
. Although
#ONLF
was offered 2 posts in the cabinet of State. ONLF declained, then indiviuals who betrayed ONLF & opted to work with PP were given two posts, claiming that ONLF joined the admin. This is false.
#Ethiopia
99.5% of the
#Somalis
in the Somalistate have no Id card nor bank account. There're around 20 bank branches in 93 districts. 90% of trade is with Somalia. The current decision regarding the new money will create havoc in the economy of already marginalized Somalis.
#Ethiopia
PM Abiy it is wise to have a big stick and a sweet carrot. Your good heart and wisdom has brought peace to all us. We pray that the noble vision that you started gets stronger.
#Ethiopia
@AbiyAhmedAli
#Ethiopia
is grateful for friends expressing their concern. Our rule of law operation is aimed at guaranteeing peace and stability once and for all by bringing perpetrators of instability to justice. 1/2
ONLF calls on PM Dr Abiy Ahmed to immediately halt all military activities in the region & initiate a peace process inclusive of all stakeholders. Only then can we meaningfully address the future of the Somali people including what an urgent transitional change might look like.
Today’s arrest of Abdi Iley is a step in the right direction towards accountability and justice for all those who have suffered under his brutal dictatorship. He has left a bitter legacy of pain & suffering for which the noble people of the Ogaden region must be healed.
Congratulation to the
#Somali
Nation. Today is the day
#Somalis
became a sovereign people again, in modern times. Many of you don't understand how precious is the independence and unity you gained in 1st July 1960. May you wake up and rally around this great blue beautiful flag.
The Cabinet of
#Somalia
has rescinded the decision of the previous Cabinet in 2017 which decreed that
#ONLF
was a terrorist organization & the rendition of Abdikarin Sh Muse -An EC member was legal. Now The Cabinet acknowledged the miscarriage of justice that occurred. 1/2
A delegation led by ONLF Chairman Mohamed O. Osman met on 19/02/2019 the Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed.
The two sides discussed finalising the remaining parts of the peace agreement and how best to alley concerns regarding reconciliation, border problems and the coming census.
@BMLenjiso
We respectfully remind all- that the future of the
#Somali
people should be determined by them alone. Discussions on secession or integration are for the Somali community to decide. Constructive dialogue, rather than external commentary, is the key to understanding and respecting
ONLF is committed to peace & stabilty of the Horn of Africa. It will engage with all stakeholders to advance tranquility. We advice Addis Standard to adhere to journalistic integrity & get information from credible sources rather than spreading onesided rumours.
#addisstandard
ONLF welcomes the closure of Jail Ogaden which has been a torture chamber for many years. Many innocent people, including women, children and elderly people have been tortured, & many have been killed. We hope that the victims are honoured & the perpetrators held accountable.
ONLF categorically declares that a letter circulated in the social media purportedly by ONLF chairman to TPLF is fake. TPLF invited ONLF to a meeting , however, ONLF responded to the concerned party directly and did not participate in that meeting.
#Somali
#Ethiopia
#ONLF
official position regarding
#NEBE
& the election is that It will participate in the election despite challenges & is satisfied so with how
#NEBE
is managing a system that was never developed. The team & Mrs Birtukan Mideska who suffered are genuinely trying the best.
In the attached
#ONLF
press release, the organization strongly condemns the ongoing confiscation of goods and livestock and the indiscriminate shooting at civilian vehicles in the Somali State. These actions severely undermine economic stability and violate human and legal
#ONLF
decided to fully support the new Somali Regional president Mr Mustafa Omar. However, it wishes to express its grave concern to the Fed. gov. of the process of interfering in the internal Affairs of the Somali people...
History has shown that those who try to turn back the wheels of history learn the hard way- it's unstoppable. Federalism & the exercise of self- determination in
#Ethiopia
, however imperfect and limited, was gained through the sacrifices of countless heroes & it will be protected
#ONLF
strongly condemns the mass killings against defenceless Somali civilians in
#Moyale
of Somali State by Oromo militias. 13 were confirmed dead and 20 wounded. We urge Ethi Gov and Somali Regional State to take immediate action to stop these violent militias attacking Somalis
A historic day for the Somali people in the
#Somali
State(Ogaden) &
#Ethiopia
.
#ONLF
landed in Addis Ababa Airport, ushering peace, reconciliation & hope for all stakeholders. Brave decision by
#PMAbiy
, ONLF leaders, Shide & Mustafe with the support of HE pres. Afwerke
#Eritrea
#ONLF
chair Abdirahman Mahdi met with Her Excellency Filsan Abdullahi the Federal Minister of Women, Children &Youth & discussed the importance of Women and Youth in the development, & peace-building in the
#SomaliState
& the need for all stakeholders to work together.
#Ethiopia
Pro- nations Federalism parties laid the foundation of an alliance that will contest the elections and defend the rights of all nations in Ethiopia to self-determination & self-rule. ONLF, OLF, Moji and Agow parties signed today the Article of Alliance. 11 more parties expected.
#ONLF
succeeded in registering some of its candidates for the election. However, significant number of candidates were denied registeration through meddling of the regional administration. We have submitted our complain to
#NEBE
. We are waiting to hear their response.
#Ethiopia
An
#ONLF
reconciliation committee is mediating between two communities in the
#Somalistate
regarding land dispute in
#Qorahay
region. They met the elders of both communities & listened to their concern & will later consult with other stakeholders & propose a solution.
#Ethiopia
#ONLF
and
#SRDA
have courageously formed The
#Somali
Coalition for Freedom (SCF) based on the values of struggle for freedom and justice for the Somali people. Their main agenda is to working tirelessly for the assurance of self-determination for the Somali people under Ethiopia.
ONLF chair
#AbdirahmanMahdi
was warmly welcome by supporters in
#Jigjiga
,
#Somalistate
. Thousands escorted his convoy which went through the city centre to his residence. In a short speach he emphasized ONLF steadfast defence of peoples'
#self
-determination.
#Somali
#Ethiopia
There are real grievances & marginalisation of Somalis in all
#Ethiopian
agencies and government employment.
#EthiopianAirlines
shall seriously consider how it engages the
#Somali
people in all areas, including employment, airfares, language used during flights to Somali towns.
We welcome the request of
@M_Farmaajo
to meet with the chairman of ONLF. Following this, we call on the President to repeal the decision of the Somali Cabinet Ministers labelling ONLF a terrorist organisation, and to offer a full apology to Abdikarin Sh Muse & all Somali people.
The Ogaden National Liberation Front (
#ONLF
) extends its warmest congratulations to His Excellency Aden Farah on his recent nomination as the Head of the Democracy Building Center Coordinator Office, entrusted with the responsibilities with the rank of Deputy Prime Minister.
We hear that USAID is conducting training to 600 youth regarding digital technology (
#USInvestsInEthiopians
)to benefit the community. We are just curious to know whether there are young somalis participating in this program?
#Somalis
are underrepresented everywhere!
#Ethiopia
ONLF sends its Condolences to the family of Profesor ALI Khalif Galaydh, a former PM of Somalia and prominent educator and political figure has passed away in
#Jigjiga
today. May Allah grant him Jannah and the family peace & Solace.
#Somalia
#Somaliland
#Somalistate
#puntland
#ONLF
congratulates the president elect of
#Kenya
H.E
#williamruto
. We wish him and the Kenyan people success.
#Somali
people are key stakeholders in Kenya. ONLF &
#Somalis
from the
#Ogaden
are grateful for how Kenya welcomed them, when
#EPRDF
gov. violated their Human rights.
One year since the agreement between
#ONLF
and
#Ethiopian
government. Peace prevails in the
#Somali
state, people have started rebuilding their shattered lives, ONLF is peacefully organising, the Fed and Regional state's dialogues continues.
#PMEthiopia
#bbcnews
#VOA
ONLF is committed to peace in the Ogaden and is taking part in stabilising the Ogaden. Spoilers intent on profiting from conflict in the region are spreading rumours. ONLF is against any act that will jeopardise the peace or encourages ethnic conflict between Somalis and Oromo
#ONLF
welcomes the positive steps taken by the PM
#Abiye
& is willing to continue engaging with the
#Ethio
gov. in a genuine principled negotiations as it had done before. Such Neg shall address the root causes of the conflict in a comprehensive and just settlement.
#ogaden
#ONLF
condemns the illigal detention of desenting politicians & youth who are being denied freedom of expression, the right of association & the right to critizise the failed policies of the
#Somalistate
gov in regard to basic services & the mismanaged draught.
#Ethiopia
The
#Somalistate
sent paramilitary troops &
#qabridahare
police to the house of Mr Mohamed Mursal & took him to prison. Yesterday, the chair & deputy chair of ONLF Qorahay chapter were detained. The admin is vexed because
#ONLF
is celebrating for peace!
#Ethiopia
#PMEthiopia
Today marks 34 years since the establishment of
#ONLF
by a young group of dedicated youth.
On August 15th 1984, we embarked upon a long struggle for the freedom of Somali people in the Ogaden Region. This struggle still continues until this day, and has been for over a century.
Ending a war & bringing peace and stability takes time to achieve while losing peace is easy. Expecting one side to adhere to the terms while the other side keeps ignoring it isn't tenable. The FederalGov shall rethink with how it deals with ONLF.
#ETHIOPIA
#PMOETHIOPIA
#SOMALI
#ONLF
congratulates appointed PM of
#Somalia
, HE
#HamzaABarre
who was chosen by President of Somalia HE
#HassanShMohamud
. ONLF wishes for both the president & the New Premier success and wellbeing. The Somali people everywhere have high hopes that you two will deliver ….
#ONLF
calls for for the parliamentary commission appointed to investigate civilian killings in
#Ethiopia
to include in their scope the killings that are happening in the
#Sitti
Zone of the
#Somalistate
. ONLF is gravely concerned by the habitual negligence of the H Rs of Somalis.
A meeting between the
#thiopian
government and the Ogaden National Liberation Front took place in Asmara, Eritrea, to discuss ways of resolving the longstanding conflict in Somali Region. The two parties discussed the modalities of peace talks between the Ethio. gov and
#ONLF
#ONLF
will hold a press conference at Hilton hotel Adis Ababa on 21/08/2019 regarding ONLF position regarding the peace and democratic process in and its view of the current situation in
#Ethiopia
and its vision of the future for peace, democracy and coexistence for all nations
2/2 ONLF commends The PM of Somalia and his cabinet. This is a historic landmark decsion that the
#Somali
people in
#Ogaden
will cherish for centuries to come. This is a lesson to those who transgress against the just rights of peoples.
#Ethiopia
#IGAD
#addisstandard
🕊️ Yesterday marked 5 years since the
#peace
agreement between
#ONLF
and the Ethiopian government. The Somali people in Ogaden have, for the first time, enjoyed 5 years of peace, recovering from years of collective punishment and dehumanisation.
#anniversaryReflections
ONLF congratulates the brotherly Sidama Nation for succeeding in its bid to achieve Self-rule in exercise of their self- determination right. The
#Sidama
people has struggled & advocated for this right. This achievement is a milestone towards more just & equal society
#Ethiopian
#ONLF
and
#Ethiopian
Gov. haven’t held any form of formal or informal talks, therefore any arrangements made with the other Liberation Fronts does not include ONLF. ONLF has declared a unilateral ceasefire to accommodate peace process but never reached any agreement with the Gov.
While some may find cause to rejoice in the shedding of
#Somali
blood in
#Ogaden
, let them be reminded: our time will arrive. Though forgiveness may come to us, we never forget those who have inflicted harm upon our people, be it at local or international levels.
Well done H.E. Ahmed Shide. This a testament to the capacity of
#Somalis
given the right of opportunity. We are proud of you. Keep going. Good role model for our educated Youth.
#Somali
#Ethiopia
#ONLF
#addisstandard
Your dedication to your people never ceases to amaze us. Some build palaces in exotic placed while in
#Eritrea
the leaders are pauper. Keep up the good work.
Ministry of Agriculture has luanched a nation-wide mandatory vaccinations of livestock against Sheep & Goat Pox, Rabies, as well as Lump Skin Disease (LSD)
ONLF has officially opened its office in Addis Ababa today. An opening ceremony has been held at the office and many dignitaries have attended.
The attendees were officials from the government, political parties, ambassadors and diplomats.
#ONLF
’s conference in Kabridahar was attended today by President of the Somali Region Mustafa Omer who delivered a speech. Accompanying him were some of his cabinet members and ministers along with the vice speaker of the House of Federation.
Congratulations to the
#SIDAMA
Nation. Your achievement is a victory to all oppressed nations. The Right of
#SelfDetermination
is a fundamental democratic and human rights enshrined in the UN charter & the Current Ethiopian constitution.
#ONLF
and the
#Somali
people stand by you
#ONLF
wishes peace and prosperity to our
#Oromo
brothers and sisters on the occasion of celebration of the
#Irreechaa2020
festival. ONLF wishes that may all political leaders in the
#HornofAfrica
espouse dialogue, reconciliation & tolerance to diverse views.
#Somali
#Ethiopia
#ONLF
’s leaders tour of Victory, Peace and Reconciliation ends with the rally in the
#Somali
regional state in Degahbur, Jarar region. ONLF bold decision to advocate
#Somali
rights peacefully & Dr Abiy’s vision for genuine democracy are paying dividends in the Somali region
We welcome the rapid changes underway in the
#Ogaden
region, but the unilateral decision of the government to deploy the ENDF and take control of the region is a hostile move against the Somali people- breeding further instability and chaos at this critical time.
Delegates from
#Ethiopian
federal government and the Ogaden National Liberation Front
#ONLF
met on 21 October, 2018 in Asmara, Eritrea. The delegation from the Ethiopian gov. was led by H. E Workneh Gebeyehu and the ONLF delegation was led by the Admiral Mohamed Omar Osman.
#Muslims
in
#Jigjiga
,
#Somalistate
pray and celebrate the sacred
#EidUlAdha2023
. A time of reflection and thanking Allah for what he has bestowed upon us and sharing it with the needy. A time for unity and compassion for all humanity and all Allah created. Amin
Mustafa omar, the
#Somalistate
strongman has ordered the detention of ONLF election teams in the zones who were send to assist ONLF chapters to select candidates. So far Wardheer & dhanaan teams are detained.
others are expected to follow.
@AbiyAhmedAli
@EthioReporter
#Ethiopia
Ĺ
"Counting down to the 39th anniversary of
#ONLF
's founding! A testament to the enduring spirit of the
#Somali
people in their quest for self-determination, emancipation, and progress. Here's to decades of resilience and hope. 🌟
#ONLF39YearsStrong
" 1/1
#urgent
Appeal to
#Ethiopian_federal
-gov,
#Somalistate
gov, the
#UN
and
#Donors
. Nogob, Erer, Shabelle, Afdheer, Doollo, Parts of Liban,Jarar & Siti regions in
#Ogaden
are undergoing sever lack of water & food and needs urgent intervention please respond before lives are lost.
The Somali people in the Somali regional state(Ogaden) have a right to manage their political affairs and full self-rule. The most fundamental tenet of these entitlements is the right to choose their own leaders.
A new, strong
#coalition
has been created by the
#Ogaden
National Liberation Front (ONLF) and Somali Regional Democratic Alliance (SRDA). The establishment of the
#Somali
Coalition for Freedom (SCF) was announced yesterday (18 August 2018) in a big meeting in London.
"Today, we celebrated Nations and Nationalities Day in
#Jigjiga
,
#SomaliState
, marking a significant milestone in our journey towards peace. Both Ethiopian Federal and Somali State officials rightly praised the invaluable role of peace in our region's progress. Although ONLF
ONLF strongly condemns the indiscriminate massacre of innocent
#Somalis
in Baabile & Tulli Guled by
#Oromo
militias. This occurred as Federal forces were stationed in the very locations where the brutal massacres took place. 13 bodies currently lie in Jigjiga Referral Hospital.
The
#Somali
#Afar
border is a thorn in the establishment of peace in
#Ethiopia
.
#ONLF
calls for an urgent comprehensive peace process where all stakeholders are represented to reach a workable and sustainable peace.ONLF will give priority to this issue
@AbiyAhmedAli
@PMEthiopia
ONLF will hold its party conference from 15-19th April in Kabri-dahar. The participants of the conference will come from all sectors of the organization, associated civil society groups, traditional elders, and dignitaries. (1/2)
ONLF opposes any group in the Somali region to instigate fighting. We call upon all armed Groups in the territory at all levels to maintain the peace. Our people do not need anymore violence.
#Ogaden
#Ethiopia
#Somali
ONLF’s conference in Qabridahare has offficially commenced. Participants include ONLF members, traditional leaders and elders, civil society groups, as well as delegates from SDP, SRDA, Ginbot 7, OLF and Justice and Equality Party. (1/2)
Today an
#ONLF
EC member was detained in Dhagabur & is in custody at a police station. It is clear now that
#The
acting deputy president has decided to win the coming election by eliminating his main rivals through illigal means.
@AbiyAhmedAli
#NEBE
#Ethiopia
@EthioReporter
Fire is distroying large tracts of pristine forests and grasslands near the
#Ogaden
gas fields between Shilaabo, Godey, Dhanaan and Qabri daharre Triangle. So far no reaction from the gov. of
#Ethiopia
and the Somali state gov. Still unclear how it started
#ONLF
investigating.
#ONLF2021
ready for election.
#NEBE
issued the certificate today. Great work - team ONLF accomplished all the requirements. Gargatuan task in front of us after being in the wilderness with nothing except the iron will of our people competing against an incumbent party.
#Ethiopia
#ONLF
and the
#Somali
people in
#Ogaden
(
#SomaliGalbeed
) congratulates the Heroic
#Eritrean
people in their independence day. When people stand up against tyranny and colonialism, and are ready to sacrifice themselves the heaven responds. The struggle continues!
ONLF is currently engaged in extensive outreach initiatives and consultative meetings with Somali communities and stakeholders across the globe.
The purpose is to discuss political plans amidst the rapidly changing political scene in the Ogaden and Ethiopia.
An
#ONLF
delegation lead by the Chairman of the party, landed in Mogadishu,
#Somalia
to attend the inauguration of the
#Somali
President, HE
#HassanshMohamud
. The chairman who was educated in Mogadishu left it in 1992, during the tranistional period in Ethiopia hoping peace. 1/2
#ONLF
calls upon the
#Ethiopian
gov and
#the
Somali Regional admin to stop all military action . We don't need anymore violence in the Somali region. The Solution is all stakeholders to come together and chart out a peaceful transition to a Somali led transitional Admin.
#ONLF
sends its deeply felt Condolences to the family of Ambassador Abdikarin Aw Cali. A distinguished statesman who furthered on many forums the wellbeing and interest of the
#Somali
people everywhere. Many Allah grant him Jannah and solace to his family.
#Somalia
#Somalistate