MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Federal Government of Somalia has admitted that the death of Hodan Governor Abdihakim Dhagajuun was planned by government insiders in a report concluding the debate on the tragic death of the victim, who was loved within the Banadir region.
Abdihakim Dhagajuun, whose duties were mainly about security, was shot in January this year by police officers and raised questions about security in the capital Mogadishu, which is the hub of the country’s socio-economic and political landscape.
The military court prosecutor said on Saturday that the death of Abdihakim Dhagajuun was intentional, something which now gives the probe another dimension and which could help solve intrigue behind the endless insecurity events in the country.
According to the prosecutor, the government arrested members of the security forces, including officers for the shooting death of Abdihakim Dhagajuun, adding that charges will be filed later Sunday [today].
It is not clear why security forces turned against their boss, who was described as a ‘humble and industrious public servant. His death sparked protests in the Somali capital Mogadishu, with protesters calling for the prosecution of suspects.
The statement now excludes the involvement of al-Shabaab militants known for targeting security forces, senior officials and even innocent civilians. The group still controls large parts of the rural areas of central and southern Somalia.
Al-Shabaab has also been eager to overthrow the Somali government, which largely depends on the international community. There has been a concerted effort to defeat the militants by security forces, both from the Somali National Army and the African Union Mission Forces.
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