Wednesday April 10, 2024 - Djibouti has complicated Azimio Leader Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission’s Chairperson job.
This is after it fronted its own candidate to challenge him
for the coveted seat.
In a communique issued by the Office of the President,
Djibouti announced it was fronting its Foreign Minister, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf,
to vie for the position.
Further, the communique expressed the country’s faith in the
candidate exuding confidence that he has what it takes to emerge victorious.
“The Republic of Djibouti officially announces the candidacy
of its Minister of Foreign Affairs, M Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, for the post of
President of the African Union Commission.”
“Djibouti expresses faith in the capacity of Mahamoud Ali
Youssouf, a man of experience and a seasoned diplomat,” read the communication
in part.
Youssouf is now set to compete with Somalia’s candidate, ex
Foreign Affairs Minister, Fawzia Yusuf Adam, and Kenya’s Raila Odinga.
The country further drummed up support for its
candidate stating that he boasts a wealth of experience in diplomacy
having served as his country's foreign minister for two decades.
Youssouf has been praised for his conflict resolution skills
and ensuring peace prevails during his tenure.
Further strengthening his credentials is the fact that he
speaks three languages English, French and Arabic.
The announcement comes days after President Ruto secured
the support of Guinea Bissau and Angolan Presidents to help send Raila to
Addis Ababa.
With the new candidate fronted, rivalry within East Africa
for the AUC seat is set to intensify after AU’s Executive Council
unanimously agreed to reserve the seat for the East African region.
The
Kenyan DAILY POST
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