President Mohamud unveils new paramilitary unit to secure Mogadishu

GOOBJOOG NEWS|MOGADISHU: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Friday commissioned a new paramilitary unit tasked with maintaining security in the capital Mogadishu.

The President inspected the new unit in Hiil-weyne camp located between Mogadishu and the Middle Shabelle town of Bal’ad.

According to a statement from Villa Somalia, the new military police unit will ensure the safety of Mogadishu and fight against incursions by the militant group Al-Shabaab.

The President called on the new forces to conduct themselves professionally, and ethically and adhere to human rights principles.

Mogadishu city and the larger Banaadir have been under the security of various military and police units including the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA).