Historic Win: Abdirahman Cirro Triumphs in Somaliland Election

Somaliland's opposition leader, Abdirahman Cirro, won the presidential election with 64% of the vote, defeating incumbent Muse Bihi Abdi, who secured 35%. This victory for Cirro's Waddani party highlights the region's ongoing quest for international recognition, despite being a self-governed entity since 1991.

In a significant political shift, opposition leader Abdirahman Cirro has emerged victorious in the presidential election in Somaliland, as reported by Garowe Online.

Cirro, representing the Waddani party, secured 64% of the vote, handily defeating incumbent Muse Bihi Abdi, who garnered 35%, according to the Somaliland Electoral Commission.

Despite its strategic geographic location, Somaliland's political aspirations remain challenged by its lack of international recognition since its self-governance in 1991.

(With inputs from agencies.)