The Federal Government of Somalia has unveiled the names of senior militants who were killed during an ongoing operation in the states of Galmudug and Hirshabelle. The government has also released a list of injured leaders as well as individuals who are currently wanted, providing their names in an official statement.
The government’s relentless efforts to combat terrorism involved direct warfare and targeted airstrikes, effectively decimating the ranks of Al-Shabaab over the past two months. According to the government’s statement, a total of 19 high-ranking leaders have been eliminated in the conflict in HirShabelle and Galmudug states.
Among the leaders who lost their lives in recent operations were individuals of significant influence within the terrorist organization. Abdullahi Hussein Qodax (Madobe), the leader responsible for orchestrating explosions in Hir Shabelle, was among those killed. Salad Ali Gedi, the deputy leader of Al-Shabaab in Galmudug, and Olol Ali Guled, the leader of Al-Shabaab in Galmudug, also met their demise. Additionally, Mohamud Bashir Musa, the head of Al-Shabaab in the Mudug region, and Isse Barre, the leader of a group operating in Galmudug, were among those eliminated.
The government’s statement further highlighted that the operation’s primary objective was to neutralize the majority of Al-Shabaab leaders, resulting in the deaths of over 1,650 militants in Galmudug and Hir Shabelle. The number of wounded individuals exceeded 550.
Providing a comprehensive breakdown of the situation, the government released the names of leaders who either surrendered, escaped, were killed, or sustained injuries. The relentless and well-coordinated campaign to eradicate the Khawarij terrorists hiding in Galmudug and Hir Shabelle has undeniably made a profound impact on the region.
In Galmudug, the following leaders were either killed or injured as a result of the bombings and direct confrontations:
1. Leader Khalif Gambe, the top-ranking Khawarij rebel in Galmudug, sustained injuries.
2. Leader Salad Cai Geeddi, the deputy of the Khawarij Front in Galmudug, was killed.
3. Olol Ali Guled, the leader of the Khawarij resistance in Galmudug, was also killed.
4. Mohamud Bashir Musa, the leader of the Kharijite Front in the Mudug region, met his demise.
5. Shuuke Ali Dheeg, the Deputy Commander of the Khawarij Rebellion in Galmudug, was killed.
6. Isse Barre, the leader of a group operating in Galmudug, was killed.
7. Horjooge Hassan, the leader of a militant faction known as the “opportunity” in Galmudug, was killed.
8. Horjooge Maslach, another leader of a group operating in Galmudug, was also killed.
In Hirshabelle State, the following leaders were killed or injured during the bombings and direct confrontations:
1. Abdullahi Ailow, the deputy of the Khawarij Rebellion operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
2. Asood, a prominent figure within the Khawarij Rebellion, was also killed.
3. Abdullahi Hussein Qodax (Madobobe), the leader responsible for Khawarij bombings in Hirshabelle, was killed.
4. Saylici, the head of Khawarij Media in Hirshabelle, was killed.
5. Bagaha, the leader of Khawarij riots in Hirshabelle, met his demise.
6. A swimming leader, associated with a group operating in Hirshabelle, was also killed.
7. Leader Sheikh Abdi was killed.
8. Horjooge Muhajir, the head of finance in the Hiran region, was killed.
9. Ahmad Mohamed (Xerow or Nadir), the leader of the Khawarij militia in Hirshabelle, was killed.
10. Shuayb, the leader responsible for pursuing militias and Khawarij leaders in Hirshabelle, was killed.
11. Yonis (Shaafi), the leader of a group operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
12. Commander Abdijabbar, the head of a group operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
Meanwhile, a number of leaders chose to surrender in Galmudug and Hirshabelle, including:
1. Leader Noor Deeq, the third-ranking figure within the Khawarij in Galmudug.
2. Yusuf Gaab, the leader of Jabhade operating in Galmudug.
3. Nur Gagal,Federal Government of Somalia Reveals Identities of Senior Al-Shabaab Militants Eliminated in Ongoing Operations in Galmudug and Hirshabelle States
In a major development, the Federal Government of Somalia has publicly disclosed the names of senior Al-Shabaab militants who were killed during an ongoing operation in Galmudug and Hirshabelle states. Additionally, the government has also released a statement containing the names of injured leaders and individuals who are currently wanted, further intensifying the fight against the extremist organization.
“The government has successfully conducted direct warfare and carried out airstrikes, resulting in significant defeats for the Khawarij over the past two months. A total of 19 leaders have been eliminated during the ongoing conflicts in HirShabelle and Galmudug states,” stated the government’s official announcement.
Among the notable casualties are Abdullahi Hussein Qodax (Madobe), the leader responsible for the series of bombings in Hir Shabelle, Salad Ali Gedi, the deputy leader of Al-Shabaab in Galmudug, Olol Ali Guled, the leader of Al-Shabaab in Galmudug, Mohamud Bashir Musa, the head of Al-Shabaab in the Mudug region, and Isse Barre, the leader of a militant group operating in Galmudug.
The government’s statement also revealed the broader impact of its operations, with over 1,650 militants killed and more than 550 wounded in Galmudug and Hir Shabelle. These statistics highlight the successful targeting of key Al-Shabaab leaders and the military’s commitment to neutralize the group’s influence in the region.
To provide a comprehensive overview of the situation, the government has shared a detailed list of leaders who either surrendered, escaped, were killed, or sustained injuries. The relentless campaign to eradicate the Khawarij extremists hiding in Galmudug and Hir Shabelle has yielded significant results, causing a substantial disruption to their operations.
In Galmudug, the following leaders were either killed or injured as a result of bombings and direct confrontations:
1. Leader Khalif Gambe, the top-ranking Khawarij rebel in Galmudug, sustained injuries.
2. Leader Salad Cai Geeddi, the deputy of the Khawarij Front in Galmudug, was killed.
3. Olol Ali Guled, the leader of the Khawarij resistance in Galmudug, was also killed.
4. Leader Mohamud Bashir Musa, the head of the Kharijite Front in the Mudug region, was killed.
5. Leader Shuuke Ali Dheeg, the Deputy Commander of the Khawarij Rebellion in Galmudug, was killed.
6. Leader Isse Barre, who led a group operating in Galmudug, was killed.
7. Horjooge Hassan, the leader of a militant faction known as the “opportunity” in Galmudug, was killed.
8. Horjooge Maslach, another leader of a group operating in Galmudug, was killed.
In Hirshabelle State, the following leaders were killed or injured during bombings and direct confrontations:
1. Leader Abdullahi Ailow, the deputy of the Khawarij Rebellion operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
2. Leader Asood, a prominent figure within the Khawarij Rebellion, was also killed.
3. Leader Abdullahi Hussein Qodax (Madobobe), responsible for Khawarij bombings in Hirshabelle, was killed.
4. Leader Saylici, the head of Khawarij Media in Hirshabelle, was killed.
5. Leader Bagaha, the leader of Khawarij riots in Hirshabelle, was killed.
6. A leader associated with a group operating in Hirshabelle, known as a “swimming leader,” was killed.
7. Leader Sheikh Abdi was killed.
8. Horjooge Muhajir, the head of finance in the Hiran region, was killed.
9. Leader Ahmad Mohamed (Xerow or Nadir), the leader of the Khawarij militia in Hirshabelle, was killed.
10. Leader Shuayb, responsible for tracking militias and Khawarij leaders in Hirshabelle, was killed.
11. Leader Yonis (Shaafi), the leader of a group operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
12. Commander Abdijabbar, the head of a group operating in Hirshabelle, was killed.
In addition to the casualties, several leaders chose to surrender in Galmudug and Hirshabelle, including:
1. Leader Noor Deeq, the third-ranking figure within the Khawarij in Galmudug.
2. Yusuf Gaab, the leader of Jabhade operating in Galmudug.
3. Nur Gagal, a leader of Jabhade operating in Hirshabelle
