NISA’s Gaashaan Forces Eliminate Key Al-Shabaab Bomb Expert in Lower Shabelle

NISA’s Gaashaan Forces Eliminate Key Al-Shabaab Bomb Expert in Lower Shabelle

Somalia has recorded another significant security breakthrough after the elite Gaashaan Special Forces of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) eliminated a high-ranking Al-Shabaab commander long responsible for deadly bomb attacks in the Lower Shabelle region.

Targeted Operation in Cumar Beere

According to an official government statement released on Tuesday, the targeted operation was carried out on Monday night in the Cumar Beere area.

The mission successfully neutralized Hassan Siidoow Hussein, a senior Al-Shabaab operative identified as one of the key masterminds behind improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted on major roads in the region. These explosives have killed and injured numerous civilians, hindered transportation, and contributed to instability across Lower Shabelle.

Hassan was also known for coordinating and directing multiple attacks executed by the group, making him one of the most dangerous figures operating in the area.

Gaashaan Forces Achieve a Major Security Win

During the operation, Gaashaan forces killed Hassan along with three armed escorts who were accompanying him.

This precise and intelligence-driven mission marks a major security gain for Somalia’s counterterrorism efforts and demonstrates NISA’s growing capability to dismantle high-level militant networks.

Ongoing Efforts to Secure Civilians

NISA confirmed that security operations will continue to intensify as part of broader national efforts to protect civilians and degrade Al-Shabaab’s ability to operate.

The agency reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining momentum against extremist groups and clearing remaining pockets of militants across the region.

Public Cooperation Remains Essential

The statement also urged the Somali public to remain vigilant and report any potential security threats or information related to Al-Shabaab or ISIS militants through official security channels.

Public cooperation, the agency emphasized, is vital to ensuring long-term peace and stability.

The successful elimination of Hassan Siidoow Hussein represents a critical step in enhancing security across Lower Shabelle. As operations persist, the Somali government continues to work toward a future where communities are safer, roads are secure, and terrorist threats are systematically dismantled.