Somali government hands over rescued doctor to Kenyan Embassy in Mogadishu

Somali government has handed over Kenyan citizen who was rescued by Galmudug forces to Kenyan embassy in Mogadishu on Saturday.

Kenya Ambassador to Somalia, Lucas Kyonze Tumbo thanked the Somali government for their effort in rescuing Kenyan doctor as identified as james Gajumbo .

On 17th this month, Kenyan doctor who was kidnapped by gunmen 18 months ago in Adado town, central Somalia was rescued by Galmudug forces.

The operation took place at Xilibi, which is 160 kilometres from Adado town.
Galmudug information minister Mohamud Aden Osman who spoke to the media said security forces have successfully managed to free James Gajumbo from hostages following a tip-off near Adado town.

“Our troops rescued the Kenyan doctor as parts of efforts aimed pacifying Galmudug territory.” said minister that day.