Hussein Farey was the first democratically elected governor of the Gedo administrative region. His election was a part of a grassroots effort, and he was inaugurated into office in 2008.[1][2]

Hussein Farey
Governor of Gedo
In office
2008–incumbent
PresidentHassan Sheikh Mohamud
Prime MinisterOmar Sharmarke
Personal details
BornSomalia
Political partyIndependent

References

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  1. ^ "Gudoomiyaha Gobolka Gedo Xuseen Sh. Cabdi 'Farey' oo nasiib daro ku tilmaamay sida uu sharciga u garab maray Raysalwasaare Saacid |". Archived from the original on 2019-04-06. Retrieved 2019-04-08.
  2. ^ "allAfrica.com: Somalia: Gedo Region Elects a New Governor (Page 1 of 1)". Archived from the original on 2008-10-12.