Mogadishu, (Hornpost) — President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, today welcomed to the Presidential Palace Somali international referee Omar Abduqadir Artan, who recently won the 2025 CAF Award for Best Referee in Africa.
President Hassan Sheikh congratulated Referee Omar Artan once again on his historic achievement, noting that the award reflects the dedication, professionalism, and effort he has invested in advancing his career. The President added that this landmark recognition also elevates the name of Somalia on the global stage and expressed his hope that Artan will continue to reach even greater international heights.
For his part, Referee Omar Artan thanked the President for the warm reception and hospitality, stating that the honor motivates him to continue striving in his work and to proudly represent Somalia in major international arenas.
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