Strong Reaction Arises from Tension Between Sharif and the Federal Government

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – A strong reaction and discussion have arisen from the new tension between the Federal Government of Somalia and the former president of the transitional government, Mr. Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, after military movements between the two sides were felt in the city of Mogadishu.

The NISA agency, which issued a press release, accused the former president of the country, revealing that armed militias under his command attempted to confront the forces of the civilian protection units of the agency, while they were in the Wadajir district of Banaadir region.

The statement also indicated that the Dharcadda forces showed vigilance and responsibility, while avoiding any actions that could lead to violence and harm to innocent civilians.

“The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) is saddened and strongly condemns the attacks and armed actions against the Civil Protection forces of the agency, who were operating in the First Branch of General Da'ud's Division, Wadajir district of Banaadir region. These actions involve armed militias under the command of the former president of Somalia, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed,” said the NISA agency.

For his part, Sheikh Sharif, responding to this matter, strongly denied the claims of NISA, pointing out that the accusations directed at his security detail are baseless, and he also presented a complaint he has and criticism he directed at the government.

“We affirm that this claim does not reflect the reality of a series of events that are being manipulated in the area of President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, and we specifically warn against reports aimed at misleading the Somali people or politically defaming opposition politicians,” Sharif responded.

So how has the new tension between Sharif and the government been reacted to?

Xamda Xasan Axmed: “An attack from the homes of the opposition is now justified as the barrel has overflowed.”

Xuseen Xamaas: “The government is functioning, and any opposition should be dealt with.”

Haashim Cali Muuke: “When did it become a crime to defend yourself?”

Cabdinaasir Abuukar Bajaali: “The law is not something to be shared on Facebook; take action before it leads to casualties.”

Mahad Aadan Buulle: “That will not be an excuse for you; just clarify what you want.”