I (eritreanpost) spoke with ONLF

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[Aiman12]

does the man behind the account speak for the entire organization?

 

[Mohamedamiin120]

does the man behind the account speak for the entire organization?

Most likely a representative, lots of political groups have accs for PR.

 

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ONLF wrote a letter of congratulations for Djibouti independence day

On this #DjiboutiIndependenceDay, we salute the resilience of the Djiboutian people and honour their hard-won sovereignty. Their journey is a beacon of hope for all Somalis striving for freedom, dignity, and self-determination across the Horn—especially in Ogaden. #June27



https://x.com/onlfofficial/status/1938927162720997840?s=46

 

[Idilinaa]

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They sent you that message? You should’ve asked about their actual plans how they intend to approach governance, and details on the oil deal or any internal developments. Because so far, all I’ve seen from them is rhetoric and complaints.

It's not entirely wrong to say Somalis have more self-rule today , it's not just a facade. There has been real and visible progress, especially when compared to the TPLF/Abdi Iley era, which was a true facade of autonomy.

Today, a Somali led regional government manages most day to day affairs: education, infrastructure, policing, regional taxation, and local courts. The regional president and parliament are Somali, and unlike before, most officials and bureaucrats are from the region itself rather than imposed by the central government.

While there are still clear limitations especially in fiscal autonomy and strategic decision-making , it's important to acknowledge the gains made and work to build on them.

The private sector is largely dominated by local Somalis, and in many public institutions, both the management and staff are Somali. Even administrative work is increasingly carried out in the Somali language.

This isn’t full sovereignty, but it’s a meaningful step forward in local empowerment

Frankly, it seems like they’re more bitter about being sidelined than genuinely invested in regional development. None of their messaging focuses on tangible progress or new initiatives. Doesn’t that reflect a failure to transition from an armed movement into a serious political organization? Or is there a deeper rift at play?

Even their messaging during the Godey irrigation canal visit was framed in past struggle terms:.

''Let it serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by ONLF combatants who paved the way for peace. For six years , they have faced neglect, despite their crucial role in ending decades of conflict"

That sounds more like grievance politics than forward-looking leadership