NISA reports that a senior leader was killed in Jilib

Mogadishu, October 6, 2026 — The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has stated that its forces, in collaboration with international partners, carried out a planned operation in the Jilib district, which resulted in the death of Bashir Ahmed Haji Nunow.

According to a press release from NISA, the operation took place on the night of October 1, 2026, and Bashir was described as the former leader of the Security group of Al-Shabaab, a position he held between 2016 and 2024.

The agency stated that Bashir also used the names Geescadde, Fanax, Gardhuub, and Cali Dheere.

NISA accused Bashir of having long been part of the senior leadership of Al-Shabaab and of playing a role in planning and executing attacks that occurred in Mogadishu and other parts of the country. These included the attack on October 14, 2017, at the Soobe Junction, the Ex-Control Afgooye attack, and other attacks targeting locations along the Liido beach.

The agency stated that the operation is part of ongoing efforts to track down senior members of Al-Shabaab who are accused of being involved in planning and executing attacks.

NISA also stated that the killing of Bashir could impact the leadership and networks of the group, as the forces continue their operations against armed groups.

The agency urged the public to share any information related to security threats and the activities of Al-Shabaab and ISIS.