The perception that they are a peaceful well governed region in Somalia, the only one infact, while this is far from the truth it gives them some power as lesser regional admins look up to them as a role model. Puntland actual power was in reality in Mogadishu and not Garowe, this power has been diminished rapidly since the election of Farmaajo.
Some people say Farmaajo is too soft on Puntland and more harsh towards GM and Hirshabelle, well ask yourself this, what could he possibly do to a barren desert state that God has not already done to them, Tsunami, drought, they are suffering from piracy, political assassination, revolts in Bari region and constant threat from SL. Farmaajo is nice to the regional state of Puntland merely because under his administration MJ have not been given any Key positions while clans from the unloyal idiotic states such as Hirshabelle and GM have been given more than their fair share.
Yet they think actual power lies in these hotel maamul gobaleeds and begging UAE for money to speak against foreign interest.
Farmaajo is a statesman and has not done things in an emotional way since his inauguration, he continues to win every political obstacle with class and make it seem effortless.
It has been 27 years since we had a president like this, lets pray we continue to have a president like this in the future.






