Mekelle፡Telaviv, Nairobi, Pretoria, London, (Tigray Herald).
Subagle is facing a political dilemma
Abdirahman Hure, also known as Mr. Subagle is caught in a political bind. His journey in politics was meant to be a story of redemption, a man rising from the depths of poverty to take on a leadership role, proving his worth to those who once dismissed him. But instead, it has turned into a cautionary tale about how deep-rooted insecurities, when combined with power, can lead to self-destruction.
His entire political identity has been shaped by his impoverished upbringing and crippling self-doubt. Every interaction is viewed through a lens of perceived inferiority; he believes others see him as weak, unworthy, or incompetent. This has resulted in a leadership style that is erratic and militant, marked by a hypersensitivity to criticism and an obsessive need to prove himself.
Psychological studies suggests that people with low self-esteem often overcompensate with aggressive ambition or blind loyalty to more powerful figures. Subagle’s initial alignment with Mustafa Agjar, a shrewd and Machiavellian leader, was no coincidence. He was seeking validation from a strong mentor, hoping Agjar would help him rise. However, Agjar, always the strategist, recognized Subagle’s instability and viewed him as a potential liability, much like Abdi Iley.
For a brief moment, Subagle thought he could step into Agjar’s shoes as the next regional president. He spun a tale that Agjar was grooming him to be the rightful successor, only to realize too late that Agjar had no plans to hand over the power. Instead, Agjar had already thrown his support behind Hussein Kassim, leaving Subagle out in the cold politically.
In a desperate bid to save his position, Subagle did a complete turnaround, swearing allegiance to Adan Farah and the Somali Prosperity Party (SPP) leadership. He boldly proclaimed himself a “party man,” trying to distance himself from Agjar and even scrubbed his social media of any posts praising him. But this abrupt change only fueled suspicion. Shale and his faction within the SPP saw Subagle as a mole for Agjar, and trust was hard to come by. Meanwhile, Agjar’s camp, now fully aware of Subagle’s betrayal, cut ties with him entirely.
Now, Subagle finds himself stuck in a political limbo, distrusted by both Agjar’s supporters and the SPP leadership. His efforts to prove his loyalty have backfired, leaving him feeling isolated and irrelevant. Reports suggest that Subagle, sensing the end of his political career, is contemplating stepping away from politics for good. He’s even asked for sponsorship to pursue further studies, a clear sign that he’s come to terms with the fact that his political ambitions are over.
This sudden retreat is telling. Subagle’s aspirations were never built on a solid foundation; they were merely a product of Mohamed Agjar’s influence. Now, as he’s being used and then tossed aside, the Dunning-Kruger effect–where a lack of competence is masked by overconfidence–has left him ill-prepared for the cutthroat world of Somali regional politics. His dreams of taking Agjar’s place now seem far-fetched, and his grip on his current position is slipping away.
Subagle’s political journey is a powerful reminder that unresolved personal trauma and unchecked insecurity have no place in leadership. Power doesn’t heal deep wounds; it only brings them to the surface. His struggle to reconcile his past with his political ambitions led to hasty decisions, misplaced loyalties, and ultimately, self-sabotage.
As Subagle slips into political obscurity, his downfall serves those who chase power to fill an inner void often find themselves consumed by it. Genuine leadership demands not just ambition, but also self-awareness, stability, and trust-qualities that Subagle never truly possessed.
Source፡Jigjiga Mirror
