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6 months imprisonment against a TV and radio reporter in Dhuusamareeb.

The National Union of Somali Journalists (NUSOJ) strongly condemns the possible 6-month jail sentence handed to Mohamed Abdiwali today. reporter in Dhuusamareeb, by the Galmudug authorities, which is the so-called "excessive and strictest punishment" recently given to the journalist in the Galmudug state of Somalia.

The six-month verdict for Mohamed Abdi Tohow was announced by Sheikh Hassan Geerte. , Head of the first court in Galmudug, and there was no defense attorney and an independent witness at the time of the court's verdict.

"It's a devastating battle for freedom in Somalia, but we are determined to prosecute for our colleagues' freedom," said Mr. Mohamed Ibrahim Moalimuu, NUSOJ Secretary General, said. "This sentence is about providing independent media in oppression to the local government's control and it is a pity to even imagine that these journalists represent a threat to peace and security."

The arrest of Mohamed Abdiwali Toow comes after the journalist was accused of the local accused. authority to spread what their false news & # 39; call. Information staff kept the journalist on September 22 on a report that broadcast the Mogadishu-based Radio Kulmiye the previous day. Mohamed also contributes to several stations, including the London based broadcaster Universal

. "Clearly, an unfair and unfair sentence that adds the anxiety of our colleagues and their families, we will do everything we can to ensure its release and we appeal to the pressure groups and international community to condemn this blatant offense and press Galmudug to withdraw this shameful decision and withdraw Mohamed Abdiwali Tohow to perform its noble services to the people. "Abdifatah Hassan Farah NUSOJ Second Deputy Chairman, based in Galmudug.

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