Sher Mohammad Akhundzada شیر محمد آخوندزاده | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Helmand | |
| In office 2001–2005 | |
| Preceded by | Mullah Abdul Bari |
| Succeeded by | Mohammad Daoud |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Helmand province, Afghanistan |
| Occupation | Politician |
Sher Mohammed Akhundzada (also known as Sher Ahmed Akhundzada) is an Alizai tribal leader who was the Governor of Helmand in Afghanistan from 2001 to 2005. As governor, he implemented various agricultural projects in Helmand, including canal excavation from the Kajaki dam for irrigation and electricity generation projects. He was deeply involved in opium production and smuggling, leading to his removal from office by the Afghan government in 2005 after lobbying by the British, who were leading counter-narcotic efforts in Afghanistan at the time. He was succeeded as governor of Helmand by Mohammad Daoud.