Somalia’s Attorney General Launches Investigation into Alleged Passenger Rights Violation by Turkish Airlines
Somalia’s Attorney General has confirmed a formal investigation into allegations that Turkish Airlines staff prevented Abdifitah Ahmed Hussein from boarding a flight, violating his constitutional rights. The office has pledged a thorough review and appropriate legal action to ensure accountability.
The Office of the Attorney General of Somalia has officially confirmed that it has initiated a formal investigation into allegations of misconduct by Turkish Airlines personnel, following claims that a Somali citizen, Abdifitah Ahmed Hussein, was denied boarding and subjected to an abuse of authority in violation of his constitutional rights.
According to a statement issued by the Attorney General’s office, Turhan Kenmen, the Station Manager of Turkish Airlines in Somalia, is alleged to have misused his position when interacting with passengers, specifically targeting Mr. Hussein. The incident reportedly involved preventing him from boarding a scheduled flight without proper justification, raising serious concerns about potential violations of passengers’ rights under Somali law.
Upon receiving the complaint, the Attorney General’s office immediately opened a formal legal case and has commenced a comprehensive investigation to verify the allegations. Officials emphasized that the investigation will be conducted thoroughly, with all relevant evidence and testimonies examined to ensure accountability.
The Office of the Attorney General is committed to safeguarding the rights of all Somali citizens, including when engaging with service providers and international companies operating within the country. Appropriate legal action will be taken against any individual found to have abused their authority, and the rule of law will be upheld.
Legal analysts note that the case highlights the growing focus on passenger rights and corporate accountability in Somalia, particularly as the aviation sector expands and more Somali citizens travel internationally. Observers have welcomed the swift action by the Attorney General’s office as a sign of increased enforcement of civil rights and due process.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Office of the Attorney General has pledged to provide updates to the public once the review is completed, reinforcing Somalia’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and the protection of citizens’ constitutional rights.
