Ethiopia, a nation with deep historical roots and cultural diversity, faces a multitude of challenges. While the lack of access to a seaport is often highlighted, the crux of the issue lies deeper – in the governance and decision-making processes of its leadership. Ethiopia’s predicament is not so much about its geographical limitations as it is about the ‘brainlocked’ state of its leadership.
Misguided Focus on the Port Issue
The Ethiopian government’s efforts to externalize the country’s problems, particularly by emphasizing the lack of a seaport, is a diversion from the more pressing internal issues. This approach overlooks the fundamental problems within the country, such as poor governance, lack of visionary leadership, and failure to address the needs of the people. Focusing on the port issue does little to alleviate the actual challenges faced by the nation on the ground.
Droning of Citizens
One of the most controversial actions of the Ethiopian leadership has been the use of drones against its own citizens. This decision, which led to significant civilian casualties, has been heavily criticized both domestically and internationally. It highlights the leadership’s preference for military solutions over dialogue and reconciliation, further alienating its people and damaging Ethiopia’s global image.
The Devastating Cost of War
The leadership’s persistence in engaging in costly wars has led to the loss of millions of lives and a severe humanitarian crisis. This military-centric approach has not only strained the nation’s resources but has also drawn widespread international condemnation, showcasing the leadership’s disregard for human welfare and peace.
Aid Misappropriation
The mismanagement of international aid, especially the diversion of food aid, has further highlighted the leadership’s corruption and incompetence. This not only worsens the suffering of the Ethiopian people but also undermines the efforts and trust of the international community in providing support.
Violation of Diplomatic Norms
The Ethiopian authorities’ mistreatment of a diplomat, protected by international law, has strained diplomatic relations. This disregard for diplomatic norms is a testament to the leadership’s failure to adhere to international standards, contributing to Ethiopia’s deteriorating international reputation.
The Ethiopian government’s attempt to externalize its problems, particularly the issue of being landlocked, is a misguided approach that fails to address the real challenges within the country. The leadership’s ‘brainlocked’ state, characterized by poor decision-making, preference for military solutions, and disregard for international norms, is the root cause of Ethiopia’s suffering. A shift in focus towards responsible governance, prioritizing the welfare of its people, and adhering to international standards is essential for Ethiopia to overcome its challenges and improve its standing on the global stage.
All this hoopla and silly rage will subside and very few people will remember how it seems intense right now. That is the norm for The HOA. If all the rage in the past had telling consequences Ethiopia should have been all gone by now; Djibouti would have all gone a week after it gained its independence; Eritrea, oh my God, it should have been dead and gone two weeks after it was recognized by the UN and AU. But one thing could have happened if one of the top leaders of the Ethiopian government was born to a mother from the Isaaq clan. Eritrea had Meles on his mother side and the entire went flawless. If there was another top honcho in the then EPRDF born to an Isaaq mother Somaliland could have been a new independent nation to be recognized by The UN and AU right after Eritrea. They just missed the boat just by five minutes. If that was the case we wouldn’t be deafened by this raucous and fake Harimaadee Hana Haban or Hobalo Hoyale from loser reincarnated af-weynes.
This is not a good sign. Does the region need or deserve this jolting controversy at this time? I don’t think so. Does Ethiopia need an access to sea that will comparably accommodate its expected growth economically? Of course yes. But someone has jumped the gun with this MOU. Somaliland military chief is in Addis/Finfine now and Somalia’s president is heading to Asmara after he slammed the phone on PM Abiy. No, I don’t like this tense environment.
Concerned parties have been telling all of us that The Horn of Africa is a powder keg so primed to potentially blow up. All it needs is some troublesome hand to spark the flint. I hope and pray this is not it! I call upon US Special Envoy to the region H.E. Mr. Mike Powers to head to the HOE and calm the raging waters over there. I am making the same calls to The UN and EU to send their reps and try diffuse this tension. The issue of Somaliland has been both a headache and nightmare for policy makers everywhere. Damn you do, damn you don’t quagmire. The people of Somaliland have been extremely successful in creating and maintaining a peaceful, stable and democratic governance for over 30 years now. Meanwhile, the rest of Somalia has been a slaughterhouse and a den of of one of the most barbaric terrorist groups in the world. You can hear a pin drop in Somaliland. So what do you do with it? Let the rest of Somalia over run it and murder hundreds of thousands in the process? Don’t forget Taiwan. Don’t forget Moldova, Georgia, Finland, Poland, Mongolia and when the rampage rages on, The Philippines, Singapore, South Korea and others will be on the menu. Boy, boy, boy! I can feel it! I can see how the case of Somaliland can be a throbbing incubus to every policy maker everywhere.
My personal and honest suggestion is for my very dear Somali brothers and sisters to come together and sort their differences out for the good of their people and the region at large. It is time for some of you loud mouthed bigots and self acclaimed ‘Horn of Africa policy experts’ to stifle your self and refrain from spewing around poison and gasoline over a smoldering fire from your safe and comfy homes in California, Minnesota, Michigan and Dubai. Just mum’s the word!!!
Peace, peace, peace and more unabated peace! Let’s monger peace! Let’s monger harmony in us, for us and among us Horn Africans! Insha’Allah!!!!!
I just read news that the leader of The Somalia Region of Ethiopia has declared his unflinching support for the MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia. Another group of Somalis in the Diaspora has expressed its support of the MOU in principle.
Okay, all of you bigots and confused PhD. philosophers!
Silence! I’m singing from the top of my lung the old time Somali spiritual!
Harimade Ana Haban; Galada Same Nagaadhsi!!!
Harimade Ana Haban; Galada Same Nagaadhsi!!!
Harimade Ana Haban; Galada Same Nagaadhsi!!!
Meanwhile, the sugar drunk and superpower wannabe in Al-Qahirah has summoned the leaders of Eritrea and Somalia to come to his office because he has something to tell them what they should do as if they are his ‘Khadamis'(house n….rs). You think Ol’ Cap’n Cotchipee is dead and gone with his plantations. How wrong you have been. He is incarnated in the person of Abd el-Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil el-Sisi hailing from Al-Qahirah. I’m sorry, Field Marshall Abd el-Fattah Saeed Hussein Khalil el-Sisi. I don’t think he will find Gitlow in Brother Isaias or Brother Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Can you believe that? He ordered these two patriots with ‘Hey you two! Come here, pronto! I have something for you to do. Kibbles ‘n bits, Kibbles ‘n bits! Come on Rusty! Kibbles ‘n bits, Kibbles ‘n bits!