The US embassy praised Osman as exceptionally mindful of the president’s constitutional role.

Evidence

According to the embassy, “This is a remarkable address and the embassy compares it very favorably to other African leaders. Osman is exceptionally mindful of the constitutional role of the President and tells the public to take responsibility.” — Abdi Ismail Samatar, Africa’s First Democrats, 1338

Categorization

Category: Factual Claims

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