Sheikh Aadan Madoobe expresses concern over the security situation in South West

Mogadishu — The leader of the South West State Government, Sheikh Aadan Maxamed Nuur (Madoobe), has expressed concern about the security situation in the regions under the administration, stating that efforts against the Laftagereen forces and the protection of the public's security need to be strengthened.

Sheikh Aadan Madoobe made these remarks during a dinner and information-sharing meeting hosted by the Speaker of the House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia for the members of both Houses of Parliament, whose electoral constituencies are in the South West regions.

The meeting focused on the overall situation in the South West regions, particularly security, the fight against the Khawarij, which is referred to as the Laftagereen forces, and the attacks the group is carrying out in the regions under the administration.

The leader of South West State shared with the members details about the existing security challenges and the efforts being made by the South West State Government and the Federal Government of Somalia to ensure security, liberate areas where terrorist groups are present, and protect the lives and property of the public.

He also emphasized the importance of the members of both Houses taking a visible role in supporting the administration's efforts related to security, peacebuilding, reconciliation, and the development of the South West regions.

This meeting is part of efforts to strengthen consultation and cooperation between the leadership of the South West State Government and the members representing the Federal Parliament of Somalia, to unify efforts in addressing existing challenges, and to ensure peace, stability, and sustainable development that benefits the public of the administration.