The salaries of personnel serving in Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), particularly members of its special forces units, Qoryooley forces, checkpoint personnel, and officers deployed in the regions, have been delayed this month, with some troops receiving their payments later than usual.
The delay has affected soldiers stationed in various operational areas, including those serving on the frontlines in Basra, where government forces continue security operations against Al-Shabaab.
Many personnel had been waiting for their salaries, raising concerns among troops engaged in active missions.
According to information obtained, NISA salary payments are normally distributed on different schedules.
Some personnel typically receive their wages on the 25th of each month, while others are paid on the 2nd of the following month.
This month, however, that schedule was disrupted, resulting in delayed payments for several units.
The delay has reportedly caused frustration among some members of the agency, particularly those deployed in combat zones and other high-risk assignments.
Timely salary payments are considered essential for maintaining morale and operational readiness among security forces.
The salary disruption comes amid reports of administrative and financial disagreements within NISA.
Sources indicate that some senior officials within the agency’s finance department are currently under detention, raising questions about the impact of internal disputes on the institution’s financial operations.
There are growing concerns that ongoing management and financial challenges could affect the smooth functioning of the agency and the timely payment of benefits owed to personnel.
NISA plays a critical role in Somalia’s security architecture, with many of its officers actively involved in intelligence gathering and counterterrorism operations against Al-Shabaab.
As a result, delays in salary payments are viewed as a significant issue, particularly for personnel deployed in frontline areas.
Although some officers have now received their salaries, the payments arrived later than the agency’s normal schedule.
The incident has renewed scrutiny over NISA’s internal administration and financial management, with questions continuing to mount over the reasons behind the delay and whether similar disruptions could occur in the future.