Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed
Somali President and politician
Born
1934
92 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Somalia
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Served as President of Somalia from 2004 to 2008, leading the Transitional Federal Government during a period of political instability. Held the position of the military leader of the Somali National Alliance and played a significant role in the civil war. Worked towards establishing a federal government and promoting peace in the region.
Assumed the presidency of Somalia in 2004
Led the Transitional Federal Government
Participated in peace negotiations
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