Historic Pledge: Ige Promises to Appoint Female Prime Ministe

In a move that could mark a historic first for Somalia, presidential hopeful Nasir Ige has pledged to appoint a woman as Prime Minister if he wins the 2026 election. Running under the banner of the Somali Youth Party (SYP), Ige argues that real change requires a deliberate shift of power toward women and the youth.

“Women are the foundation of state-building. If I become President of Somalia, I will appoint a woman as Prime Minister,” Ige announced during a community engagement forum.

He criticized the monopoly of power by a narrow political elite, stating that after 25 years of uncertainty, it is time to return authority to a new generation. The pledge has already sparked significant debate and support among women’s groups and young voters looking for inclusive leadership.