Somali leader names new prime minister

Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo has named Mohamed Hussein Roble as prime minister.

The president said Mr Roble was selected on the basis of his knowledge, experience and ability to move forward with state-building efforts and the development of national plans.

If Mr Roble wins the confidence of parliament, he will replace Hassan Ali Khaire, who was ousted in a no-confidence vote by parliament on July the 25th.

In a statement, President Farmajo, urged the prime minister-designate to immediately form a capable government to lead the country to elections and make significant efforts to consolidate security gains, rebuild the armed forces, develop infrastructure and expand basic services.

Mr Roble is a relative newcomer to Somali’s politics.