The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E Hassan Sheikh Mohamud visited the Hiil-Weyn camp between Mogadishu and Balcad, where the Somali National Army soldiers who recently returned from training in Uganda are stationed.
The President was accompanied by the Minister of Defence, Abdikadir Mohamed Nur, the Mayor of Mogadishu, Yusuf Hussein Jim’ale, and the Somali Police Commissioner General Sulub Ahmed Firin.
The soldiers, who got military-police training, are intended to contribute to the security of Mogadishu and stop the Al-Shabaab terrorist activities.
The President instructed the military officers to do their duties with vigilance, control, security, and peace of mind. He also urged them to set an example for the other forces in maintaining peace in the country.
President Hassan emphasized that the army’s primary responsibility is to protect the safety, dignity, and lives of Somali citizens. He instructed the military to maintain discipline and follow the rules of the army.
Source: Somali National News Agency