What is Happening with Militias Supporting Laftagareen Taking Over the Town of Buurhakaba?

Reports from the town of Buurhakaba in the Bay region indicate that militias loyal to the former president of South West State, Abdicasis Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen, have taken control of the strategic town.

The reports further add that the militias have entered Buurhakaba; however, the Federal Government of Somalia and the South West State administration have not yet officially confirmed the reports regarding the capture of the town.

On the other hand, the former administration of Laftagareen has reportedly stated that their forces have taken control of Buurhakaba. Additionally, local residents have reported that the militias loyal to the former president have entered the town after a battle with the Somali Federal Forces and the KGS militia.

Forces loyal to Abdicasis Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen have previously been accused of having links to the Al-Shabaab group, allegations that Laftagareen's side has denied.

These forces have recently carried out a series of attacks in towns and areas within the Bay region, including the district of Qansaxdheere.

The political and security tension surrounding the South West State administration is escalating, as the parties contesting power exchange accusations related to the situation in the region's areas.

The Federal Government of Somalia and the South West State administration, led by Sheikh Aadan Mohamed Nur Madoobe, have yet to issue an official statement regarding the situation in Buurhakaba and the reports of the town being captured.