NISA reports that armed militias attacked its forces in Wadajir district

Mogadishu – The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) has condemned attacks it claims were carried out by armed militias against the Public Protection Forces of the agency, who were operating in the First Branch of the General Da'ud District in Wadajir, Banaadir region.

In a press release issued by NISA on October 11, 2026, it stated that the militias responsible for the attacks are commanded by the former president of Somalia, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed.

The agency stated that the militias attempted to push the security forces into an armed confrontation, but the Public Protection Forces showed vigilance and avoided actions that could lead to clashes and harm to civilians.

NISA also stated that evidence it has collected indicates that militias armed with AK-47 rifles, BKM, and RPG forcibly entered homes in the Tiintiinley neighborhood of Wadajir district.

The press release mentioned that on June 24, 2026, the militias attacked the Public Protection Forces and kidnapped one of the soldiers performing their duties. Additionally, NISA stated that on June 27 of the same year, the militias again obstructed security operations being conducted by the forces in the General Da'ud District.

The National Intelligence and Security Agency stated that it is a security agency operating under the law and is independent of political struggles, emphasizing that it will not allow its forces to be drawn into political conflicts.

NISA added that it is committed to fulfilling its legal obligations, maintaining the stability of the capital, and preventing any actions that could jeopardize the security of the Somali community.

The accusations are regarding incidents that NISA has stated occurred in the Wadajir district, and there are no further details on the other side included in the press release issued by the agency.