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5 years

14yr old me: “Miss... I want a career in journalism when I grow up” Teacher: “That’s a bit too ambitious Osob, let’s focus on passing your English” 7 years later, I graduated with a BA Honours in Journalism and a landed a job at the BBC pursuing my childhood dream...

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🚨News flash - I am back at @BBCBristol for the next 6 months reporting all things online and TV. Thrilled to be covering local/ regional stories across the South West! If you have any stories you’d like to share/ see covered please get in touch.🚨

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A moment I’ll cherish forever. Alhamdulilah #GraduationDay18

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Greetings from Nairobi - I will be spending some time in the BBC East Africa Bureau reporting news in the East/Horn of Africa & Great Lakes. It's a privilege to be working with the team covering stories across Kenya/Sudan/Ethiopia/Djibouti/Somalia/Somaliland. Got a story? Email📩

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“My mother suffered in silence” the words of Adnan Hashim who lost his mother as a result of mental health illness. I spoke to young people who are determined to raise awareness on mental health and cancer in the Muslim and Somali community. My report for BBC Points West.

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4 years

Shukri Abdi: Mayor calls for "the widest possible investigation" into the events leading up to the 12-year-old's tragic death

Shukri Abdi: Burnham calls for answers over drowning of 12-year-old refugee

Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor wants wider inquiry to look at months before death

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“It's important to create spaces like this to break down barriers our parents weren't able to break.” Meet the young people using their lived experiences to help spread awareness on mental health and cancer within the Muslim/ Somali community.

Bristol Somali group tackles mental health and cancer

A group sets up a charity to raise awareness of "taboo" issues among Bristol's Somali community.

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4 years

Italy* - Somalia was colonised by Italy and gained its independence from them on the 1st of July 1960. Neighbouring Somaliland was colonised by Britain and gained its independence from them on this very day 60 years ago - 26th June 1960.

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You have witnessed the graduation of not one but two of your daughters on the same day and everything we do is for you, our beloved parents. #sociologist #journalist #Graduation2018

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Never think anything is impossible, believe in your yourself and don’t let the negative words of people hinder you from achieving your goals. Nothing is “too ambitious”.

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6 years

Alhamdulilah for our parents. They are our backbone, our strength, our joy and our life. May Allah give them all they desire and bless them with more life so they live to see our success.

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Hooyo is the light, strength and heartbeat of every household. 💕 ilahay haku daayo mama #thankyouhooyo #happymothersday @WorldRemit x @wadanetwork

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Having your parents approval and dua is a blessing, with that you will succeed in so many ways in this life and the hereafter. Alhamdulilah for our parents and may Allah grant the highest rank in Jannah to all the parents who are no longer in this world. Ameen. 🤲🏾

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4 years

The flag. The face.

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4 years

The Flag. The Face.

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6 years

Fasting without salah is like praying without wudu.

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2 years

Happy 31st anniversary to my country, Somaliland. The country that has built itself from nothing to everything, maintaining peace, stability & democracy. The journey to international recognition continues with heaps of development. Wey samaataye, Somaliland horre u soco!🔴⚪️🟢

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6 years

Nothing can compare to the atmosphere of Ramadan nights...

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4 years

Happy 29th anniversary to Somaliland, the country that has built itself from nothing to everything, maintaining peace and stability. Recognition comes from within & as long as we Somalilanders believe in our existence, international recognition will come when Allah wills.❤️🤍💚

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2 years

Tragic scenes in my hometown Hargeisa on the first night of Ramadan. Devastated by the impact it’s having on the lives, livelihood and such a prominent part of the city but inspired by the strength & resilience of the people. May Allah replace what they have lost with better. 🤲🏽

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6 years

A huge thank you to @bbcpointswest for broadcasting my story! This is a massive step for Somaliland and this is only the beginning.

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6 years

It's great to see so many young people embracing their Somali identity and their language nowadays... Somalinimoda lagama faano ee waa lagu fanaa

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2 months

Selected for inspiration and leadership, enhancing the working lives of women, and editorial excellence, I am honoured to been named amongst 16 incredible women from around the world as 'Inspiring Women in News 2024' at the BBC. Thank you to my colleagues who nominated me.

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6 years

Throwback to bloopers from the @bbcworldservice project || #futurevoices17

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4 years

Constant reminder to self: Tawakkul - put complete faith in Allah and do not carry the anxiety for the future because it is in the hands of Allah.

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The 26th of June marked 61 years of Somaliland’s independence from Britain in 1960. Since then, the country has developed and flourished so much as well as maintaining peace, stability and security. Alhamdulilah, onwards and upwards Insha’Allah. ❤️🤍💚

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6 years

It was a privilege to witness somali excellence at it's finest and to meet such inspiring people last night. #ISA2018

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3 years

Aside from Allah ﷻ, I owe my life to my parents. Ya Allah, allow me to live to fulfil all that I plan for my parents.

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6 years

May Allah protect and bless our parents with health, happiness and fulfil their desires both in this dunya and the hereafter Insh'allah. And may Allah grant the highest rank of Jannatul Firdows to those parents that have gone.

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6 years

Remembering and praying for those who have nothing to break their fast with, those who struggle to make ends meet and provide for their loved ones...

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4 years

26th of June marks 60 years since Somaliland gained independence from its British colony in 1960. Somaliland has since grown from strength to strength, maintaining peace, stability and prosperity. Onward and upwards!

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3 years

Alhamdulilah for another year on planet earth! Storms don’t last forever and indeed after all patience, beautiful things await. Grateful to be spending my birthday in the motherland surrounded by my beloved family.

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7 years

It's been a pleasure working with the best. It feels surreal pursuing my childhood dream. This is just the beginning...

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2 years

Happy 26th of June Somaliland 💚🤍❤️

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2 years

The rise in cost of living is impacting many communities sending money to loved ones abroad who are relying on their financial support. A snippet of my report looking at how it’s affecting the Somali community in Bristol for BBC Points West.

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6 years

one of the best duas: “noqo tii waalidkeeda, dadkeeda, diinteeda iyo dalkeeda wax u tarta” 💫

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6 years

Throwback: First attempt at making a presenter showreel... #journalistinthemaking #uniproject

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6 years

Last day of university attire - three years completed. Alhamdulilah 💫

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6 years

#NewProfilePic

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7 years

Quad Biking in Hargeisa - this city is the place to be !

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6 years

When you get asked to translate “I believe I can fly” in Somali.... || New Video out on ElmiTV!

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6 years

Sabr. Sabr. Sabr Sabr. Sabr. Sabr You’ll get all you desire. You’ll pass each hurdle. You’ll reach your goals. إن شاء الله

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5 years

Such an honour to come to my city to be apart of an amazing careers fair! Massive congrats to the organisers, parents and professionals who came together to motivate the next generation. #BristolSomaliCareersFair #SomaliAchievers

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4 years

Note to self: Allah's timing is perfect in every way for every matter. You may not understand the wisdom behind it but you have to always trust it. حسبنا الله ونعم الوكيل

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6 years

Ramadan Mubarak 💫 Alhamdulilah for living to reach another Ramadan. May those who couldn’t reach this year be granted the highest rank of Jannah.

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6 years

Somalinimo is being spotted by fellow somali men and women whilst doing good and being sincerely praised as if you were their own child. Your achievement being their achievement too, even though you've never met each other before.

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In a series of exclusive interviews for BBC News, members of the Somali community in Bristol share the impact of their treacherous journeys to safety on their mental health and the dangers of untreated trauma. My report for BBC Points West in collaboration with @SimsonPete

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4 years

Congratulations to my older brother/best friend and the most gorgeous new sister. May Allah bless your union and give you everlasting happiness. ❤️

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3 years

"I taught her to love herself because to love yourself means you preserve, protect and respect yourself before anyone else…” - Abdi Omar My latest feature: Exclusive interview with the parents of @iikrxm on her childhood and modelling career.

Ikram Abdi Omar: the hijabi model breaking boundaries

Ikram Abdi Omar was the UK's first hijab-wearing model to feature on the cover of Vogue.

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6 years

Imagine going to school and coming back to your mother, your father and 6 of your siblings gone, in one go. Subhanllah. May allah ease his pain and take them to Jannah.

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4 years

Note to self: When you're from a BAME background and you get into the media industry, you have to hold the door open for others to join as well as doing your part to be a voice because representation is crucial, especially at a time like this.

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6 years

Seeing so many people graduate has made me proud of people I don't even know! it's great to see that the youth are changing the narrative... mine is still pending... bring on November!

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3 years

“Be patient, for what is written for you was written by the greatest of writers.” ✨

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3 years

Better late than never... Happy belated 30th Independence Day to my country, Somaliland. This 18th of May we celebrated 30yrs of peace, stability & democracy. The journey to international recognition continues alongside heaps of development. Onwards and upwards Insha’Allah 🔴⚪️🟢

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6 years

"Nin aan shaqeysan shaah ma cabo"

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5 years

Such an honour to be a speaker @LadanTakow ’s empowering event for #InternationalWomensDay ✨

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7 years

Suuqa Hoose > Down Town, Hargeisa

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4 years

“When you finally realise that nothing is perminent in this life, you will become more tolerant, more forgiving and less judgemental.” - Mufti Menk

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6 years

Alhamdulilah a million times over.

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4 years

“Verily with hardship comes ease."(94:5) *Sabr is the strength of your soul. It teaches you not to break when you bend.* Alhamduliah always.

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3 years

All that I am today and aspire to be tomorrow, I owe to my parents who are my backbone, strength, biggest supporters, best friends and most importantly, my motivation. May Allah immensely reward our parents in this dunya and the the hereafter. 💛

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6 years

Happy Independance day to Somaliland. 27 Years strong. Praying for many more years of stability, prosperity and progress. ❤️⚪️💚

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4 years

BBC News: Spoken word poem about the racial inequality and racism in the UK by my father Rashid Mohamed Elmi. The powerful poem was dedicated to the death of George Floyd told in Somali and translated in English, titled Sadness.

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6 years

#NewProfilepic - Happy #MuslimWomenDay to all the strong perseverant women who strive despite all circumstances 💫

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2 years

Reflection as I enter a new chapter, Alhamdulilah. Stepping into my 4th year working at the BBC as a Broadcast Journalist, doing what I love, staying true to myself, my values and identity is a blessing. Grateful for my family, my colleagues and those who support me endlessly. 🤲🏽

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6 years

Read Ayatul Kursi before stepping outside and you'll be invincible. Walking in the streets today like "this is my hijab, I will never remove"

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4 years

It's important that we understand our history, heritage and anniversaries. It's equally important for the diaspora to support one another in learning and knowing the facts about our history.

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4 years

Announcement: 📣 After 10 months with the amazing @BBCBristol serving the South West, today is my first day back to @BBCNews in London. I would like to thank the team for the gifts, the invaluable opportunities, friendships and skillset. It was a pleasure to work with you all!

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4 years

Note to self: “A beautiful day begins with a beautiful mindset. When you wake up, take a second to think about what a privilege it is to simply be alive and healthy. Time spent appreciating is time worth living.”

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5 years

Hosting the 11th Annual Launch of the Somali Week Festival 2019 @britishlibrary was an absolute honour - A night filled with empowering & inspirational leaders, creatives & guests. Thank you to the organisers and to everyone who came to a truly remarkable night! #SWF19

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4 years

Day 16 of Ramadan Note to self: Always pray to have eyes that see the best in people, a heart that forgives the worst, a soul that never loses faith in Allah.

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6 years

"Discover individual stories through striking photography and intimate oral accounts" - Somali Heritage Exhibition at the Mshed Museum.

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5 years

Happy Independence Day to Somaliland. 28 years strong. We continue striving for success, peace and prosperity and we flourish. 💚⚪️❤️

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4 years

The prophet ﷺ said: “Richness does not mean having a great amount of property but richness is self-contentment. “

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7 years

My first BBC piece. Massive thank you to @Faiza__Ali and the girls. #5kraceforsomalia #aspiretoinspire #wearethefuture

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6 years

Lifetime quote: "Work in this dunya as if you're going to live forever and work for akhira as if you're going to die tomorrow"

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5 years

2019 is all about self believe, gratitude and optimism inshallah.

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7 years

Visiting the motherland gives you a reality check. Makes you appreciate the finer things, makes you humble.

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4 years

Alhamdulilah for another Eid Al Adha. It’s important to show gratitude for our health, family and for the food we eat, especially during these uncertain times. It’s equally important to pray for those who don’t have that. Every test is a blessing and every blessing is a test.

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5 years

Such a privilege to be at the Cardiff Careers fair and be amongst so many professionals to help the next generation reach their goals 💫

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6 years

In our element... 📸: @adxnbilivit

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6 years

Note to self: you’re unique. Your difference is an asset. This is something I’ve learnt throughout years of trying to break into the media industry with my hijab. Never change who you are because you will reach your goals if you stay true to yourself.

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3 years

Reminder to self: “Allah (s.w.t) gives his hardest battle to his strongest soldiers. When you're being tested, you’re being perfected by your Rabb to bring you closer to him. So endure them with a Smile, a Strong heart and complete Faith & Tawakkul in Allah (s.w.t)”.

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6 years

Such a pleasure meeting @REGYATES 💫 (*ticks off list*)

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Note to self: reaching a point in your life where opinions don't affect you, being comfortable in your own skin, your morals and everything you stand for is so rewarding. Alhamdulilah always.

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4 years

Catching up on some family time! #Sidehustle #QuarantineLife #StayHome

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Reminiscing childhood memories...

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Eid Mubarak ya Muslimeen. #EidAlAdha

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Nothing can compare to the approval of your parents, and it is only then you will truly succeed in this life and the hereafter.

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6 years

Grateful to be apart of the production of @bbcpointswest x @iikrxm piece on modesty & fashion.

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“Imaan is of two halves, half is patience (Sabr) and half is being thankful (Shukr).” - Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya

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As we enter the holy month of Ramadan I hope you strengthen your imaan, your good deeds & your prayers. Remember those who are less fortunate than you, those who struggle to make ends meet & those who couldn’t make it to this Month. #RamadanMubarak to Muslims all around the world

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Ramadan Mubarak to all Muslims across the world. May this blessed month bring us all inner peace and contentment, tranquility and strengthen our imaan. May Allah accept our prayers and multiply our good deeds. #ramadanmubarak

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The experience of being a black woman in the police in Bristol has changed drastically in the past 40 years. I met the first black female police officer at @ASPolice and the current most senior black female in the force. My report for BBC Points West.

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6 years

Red carpet settings. 💫 #ISA2018

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6 years

THANK YOU FOR 100K VIEWS IN 24HRS 🎉🎉🙌🏾

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3 years

Nothing can compare to the happiness you feel knowing that your parents approve of you and all that you do, knowing that you are the reason they smile. Alhamdulilah.

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Throwing it back to the BBC JTS Graduation Ceremony - 2018-2019 💫 had the privilege of recapitulating and sharing my journey.

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