Nairobi – Mohamed Aden Kofi, the former Somali Immigration Chief, said that he narrowly escaped two abduction attempts by plain-clothed security officers in the Kenyan capital.
Kofi, who is currently facing corruption charges leveled by the Somali Government, vehemently denies any wrongdoing and asserts that the allegations are part of a baseless smear campaign aimed at obstructing his bid for the Galmudug State Presidency.
In a statement he issued on Saturday, Kofi expressed deep concern over the reported abduction attempts, pointing fingers directly at the Somali Government for orchestrating the ‘unlawful’ acts.
He warned that such actions not only violated international and Kenyan law but also posed a threat to his personal safety and the integrity of the upcoming Galmudug State Presidency race.
“The corruption charges against me are unfounded and politically motivated,” Kofi declared with conviction.
“This is nothing more than a calculated effort to besmirch my reputation and impede my campaign for the Galmudug Presidency.”
The former Somali official’s claims have raised significant concerns regarding the behavior of individuals suspected to have ties with certain Kenyan security personnel operating beyond their authorized jurisdiction.
While the Kenyan authorities have yet to respond to these allegations, yet it raised concerns about alleged plans by the current Somali administration to hunt down political dissents and opponents based outside the country.
Having been an influential figure in Somali politics for years, Kofi has garnered support from various factions within the region, making him a formidable contender in the upcoming Galmudug state elections.
His reputation as a reformist and his commitment to improving the Somali immigration system have earned him widespread recognition.
Kofi’s legal team has vowed to exhaust all available legal avenues to ensure his safety and hold those responsible for the alleged abduction attempts accountable.
They are demanding a thorough investigation into the matter and have called upon Kenya security agencies to intervene and prevent further violations of human rights.
While the Somali government has not directly responded to Kofi’s claims, the timing of these allegations raises suspicions about potential ulterior motives.
As the Galmudug prepares for the elections, Kofi’s associates and supporters argue that his political rivals, including the current Somali Intelligence Chief Mahad Salad, who is reportedly to be planning to run in the upcoming regional election may be attempting to undermine his candidacy by tarnishing his image and credibility.
Meanwhile, the state presidency’s candidate, Kofi stands firm in maintaining his innocence, vowing to pursue justice and persist in his campaign for the Galmudug state presidency.
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