Deeq A. Posted October 23, 2020 Earlier this week, Dr Ali Khalif Galaydh passed away in Jijiga, Ethiopia. For many Somalis, he was a methodical statesman, a brilliant orator, and a champion of Somali nationalism. For myself, Milgo, Waleed, and Aisha, he was Aabo. Growing up in Upstate New York, I knew very little about Aabo’s work as a troublesome five-year-old. I simply wanted Aabo to entertain me instead of discussing siyaasada. One evening, CNN highlighted Somali children starving throughout Somalia in the aftermath of the Civil War. I could not believe children who looked like me were fearing for their lives. In that unforgettable moment, Aabo passionately explained he was busy with siyaasada to help create better opportunities for all Somalis. Source: Hiiraan Online Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
