​Somalia: Former Puntland President dies in UAE

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BOSASO, Puntland- The former President of semi-autonomous region of Puntland, Mahmoud Isse Hirsi "Adde" has died on Wednesday in the United Arab Emirates, Garowe Online reports.

Adde was reported receiving medical treatment in the past months in UAE but past away today, according to close family members.

Adde became the second President of Puntland state from 2005 till 2009.

On the other hand, government officials and Former Puntland President Abdirahman Mohamed Farole have extended their condolences to his family, relatives and to the Somali people.

GAROWEONLINE

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