The President of Somalia holds consultations with religious scholars on combating extremist ideology

 The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud, held consultations with religious scholars on combating extremist ideology. A statement issued by the Somali presidency said that the president briefed the scholars, during the consultations on Saturday, of the importance of strengthening the relationship between the government and scholars, pointing to the importance of combating extremist ideology and correcting the government.

The President urged religious scholars on the importance of strengthening the relationship between the government and scholars, pointing to the importance of combating extremist ideology and correcting the government, because the government and scholars are the two main pillars for the success of the state.

The President praised the Somali scholars and the good role they play in educating the Somali people and achieving reconciliation, and praised their efforts in alleviating drought and helping the poor. For their part, the scholars shared with the President their advice on building the government, developing the country and combating extremist ideology, noting how they worked with the government in achieving reconciliation among Somalis.