Mohamed Hasan Abdullahi

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Biography

Jidhif was born in Hargeisa in 1950. His father is Xasan Cabdi Laahi and his mother is Aamina Yoonis Boon. [1]

Jidhif entered elementary school in Tog Wajaale in 1960. His nickname Jidhif was given to him at this time by journalist Ahmed Hassan Awke. [1] He received his secondary education from 1963 at the Eek Amoud School in Borama. [1] He attended the Burco technical institute from 1967 to 1970. [2]

Somali armed forces officer

In 1970, Jidhif joined the Somali armed forces and attended the Army University in Odesa, Soviet Union, from that year until 1973. [1] He entered Moscow State University in 1973 with a degree in civil engineering. [1]

In 1977 Somalia began a war with neighboring Ethiopia (Ogaden War); Jidhif returned to Somalia in 1977 to serve in the war. [3]

Since 1981, Jidhif has worked for Chafrol Intertnational Oil Company, a U.S.-based oil research company. [1]

Somali National Movement

Jidhif was arrested in Somalia in 1984 and placed in Godka Prison and eventually sent to Mandera Prison. Upon his release in 1987, he fled the capital, Mogadishu, to Ethiopia. He passed through Ferfer in Ethiopia and joined the Somali National Movement (SNM) in Mustahīl. [4]

In late 1988, Jidhif became the first commander of the 99th SNM battalion established in Baligubadle, Somaliland. The battalion was given about 400 infantrymen, one dump truck, and one gun truck. Jidhif's forces put up a good fight, but early in the battle the SNM was defeated by Somali armed forces and temporarily withdrew to Ethiopia. [4] Soon, however, they succeeded in counterattacking, forcing the Somali armed forces to retreat. [5]

After the founding of Somaliland

When Somaliland was founded in 1991, Jidhif was put in charge of the security forces; in 1994 he became the first deputy commander of the Somaliland Police. [5]

Chief of staff

He was appointed as the chief of staff of the Military of Somaliland in a presidential decree by President Mohamed Haji Ibrahim Egal. He succeeded the rehabilitation of the Somaliland clans that was spearheaded at that time by General Hassan Yonis Habane.[ citation needed ]

On 11 December 2011, he was appointed as chief of staff of the military of Somaliland in a presidential decree by President Ahmed Mahamoud Silanyo. His predecessor was abruptly dismissed, the reason for which was not disclosed. [6]

On 9 February 2012, Abdullahi was sacked due to the inability of Somaliland Armed Forces' to take control of Buuhoodle from forces loyal to the then newly established Khatumo State. [7] The handover ceremony to Jidhif's successor Ismail Mohamed Osman was held in private. [8]

After Retiring

In February 2014, he criticized the UN's policy of neglecting Somaliland in favor of Somalia. [9]

In September 2014, the international community criticized the Somaliland military for its lack of understanding. [10]

In May 2016, Jidhif spoke about former Somaliland President Muhammad Haji Ibrahim Egal, who died 14 years ago. [11]

In June 2016, Jidhif, along with several others, was invited to a dinner by Mawliid Ibraahim Sabeyse, Suldaan of Sacad Muuse. [12]

n January 2017, Jidhif commented on the Somaliland government and the United Arab Emirates communicating over Berbera. [13]

In November 2017, Jidhif called on the people of Somaliland to keep the peace and to be vigilant against anything that might disturb the peace. [14]

Death

Jidhif died on the evening of November 14, 2023. [15]

On November 15, 2023, Jidhif's state funeral was held on the outskirts of Hargeisa, attended by the president of Somaliland and others. [16]

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  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 "Maxaad Ka Taqaan Mahadhadii Taariikheed EE General Maxamed Xasan Cabdilaahi (JIDHIF) – QAYBTA 1AAD" [What do you know about the historical tribute of General Mohamed Hassan Abdullahi (JDHIF) - PART 1]. Somaliland Post. 2019-05-17. Retrieved 2024-05-04.
  2. ↑ "Somaliland : Burao Technical Institute destroyed and left for the wild animals to shelter". Salaan Media. 2013-04-02. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
  3. ↑ "Taliyaha Milatariga Somaliland oo ka hadlay dagaalkii Buuhoodle ka dhacay iyo Shirkii beelaha Sool ee Taleex" [The Somaliland military commander spoke about the war in Buhoodle and the meeting of the Sool clans in Taleex]. Hiiraan Online. 2012-02-03. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
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  5. 1 2 "Maxaad Ka Taqaan Mahadhadii Taariikheed Ee General Maxamed Xasan Cabdilaahi (JIDHIF)? "Halyeey Libintiisa ay qireen cadawgii ay is hayeen" – Qaybta 4aad" [What do you know about the historical tribute to General Mohamed Hassan Abdullahi (JIDHIF)? "The hero of his victory was acknowledged by his enemies" - Part 4]. Somaliland Post. 2019-05-22. Retrieved 2024-05-04.
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  12. ↑ "Suldaanka Guud ee Sacad Muuse Oo Afur iyo Casho Ku Maamuusey Waxgaradka Beelaha Habar-yoonis iyo Habar Awal iyo Sadexda Mujaahid Ee Mire, Dhagaweyne Iyo Jidhif" [Sultan General Saad Musa Honored Iftar and Dinner to the Scholars of Habar-Yonis and Habar Awal and the Three Veterans of Mire, Dhagaweyne and Jidhif]. Maanta Somaliland. 2016-06-12. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
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  15. ↑ "FOCUSMaxamed Xaashi Cilmi iyo Jeneraal Jidhif oo caawa geeriyooday" [Mohammed Hashi Ilmi and General Jidhif who passed away tonight]. Somaliland Today. 2023-11-14. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
  16. ↑ "Sawirro: Jen. JIDHIF oo maanta aas qaran loogu sameeyay Hargeysa" [Photos: Jen. JIDHIF was given a state funeral today in Hargeisa]. Caasimada. 2023-11-15. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
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Mohamed Hasan Abdullahi
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Chief of the General Staff of Somaliland
In office
11 December 2011 –11 February 2012