Puntland Declares Victory Over Armed Factions, Vows Single Unified Security Command

Bosaso (WDN) – Puntland authorities have declared a major security victory after announcing that state forces had seized full control of the former Puntland Security Force (PSF) headquarters in Bosaso, describing the operation as a decisive step toward dismantling unauthorized armed groups and establishing a single, unified security command across the state.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Puntland Defense Forces confirmed they had taken control of the facility previously occupied by the PSF, a force the government says had been operating outside Puntland’s legally recognized security structure. The announcement follows a broader security operation launched a day earlier in Galkayo, where Puntland forces targeted armed groups accused of undermining public order, state authority, and regional stability.

According to the government, security forces detained 101 suspects, while 60 wounded fighters were taken into custody. Authorities also reported seizing a substantial cache of weapons, ammunition, military vehicles, communications equipment, and police gear, including uniforms, boots, and handcuffs. Puntland further alleged that some of the recovered equipment formed part of an earlier donation from the Chinese government to the Somali Police Force.

Officials said the operation was conducted in accordance with Puntland’s Constitution and laws, stressing that its objective was to protect civilians, strengthen state institutions, and reinforce the rule of law.