The Pentagon has said that the attempted hijacking was likely the work of Somali pirates rather than Houthi fighters. The United States has said that a group of attackers who tried to seize an Israel-linked cargo ship over the weekend were probably Somali pirates rather than Houthi fighters from nearby …
Read More »Somali Athlete underfire for her terrible performance in 100m race as she clocks ‘slowest-ever’ time at the World University Games in China
Somali sports authorities have come under for selecting Nasro Abukar Ali, a female athlete accused of being underqualified and unfit, to represent the country at the prestigious 2023 World University Games. Nasra came in last place during the 100m race at the 31st Summer World University Games held in …
Read More »Somali Security forces rescue 106 hostages after 30 hour hotel siege by Al Shabab terrorists leaves 20 dead
Somali security forces have rescued 106 hostages and ended a deadly attack on the Hayat hotel in the capital, Migadishu in which at least 20 people were gunned down by Al- Shabab terrorists. After more than 30 hours of holding the hotel occupants hostage, the security forces overpowered …
Read More »Somali Security forces rescue 106 hostages after 30 hour hotel siege by Al Shabab terrorists that left 20 dead ends
Somali security forces have rescued 106 hostages and ended a deadly attack on the Hayat hotel in the capital, Migadishu in which at least 20 people were gunned down by Al- Shabab terrorists. After more than 30 hours of holding the hotel occupants hostage, the security forces overpowered …
Read More »Al-Shabab Islamist militants attack Hayat hotel in Somali capital, hold everyone hostage (videos)
Islamic Militant group, Al-Shabab said on Friday August 19, it had taken control of Hayat hotel near the centre of the Somali capital, Mogadishu after detonating two explosives outside the hotel and opening fire. The Hayat hotel that was ambushed by the terrorist is said to be a popular location …
Read More »President Buhari congratulates new Somali leader
This is contained in a statement issued by the president’s media aide, Malam Garba Shehu. “The election of Mahmud is a significant indication that the people of Somalia appreciate his efforts to unite and rebuild the country after decades of civil war and terrorists’ activities. “President Mahmud’s return to power …
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