During a ceremony marking the handover of the aid, Chairman Abdulle declared that the shipment, which arrived by air and contained dozens of cartons, was filled with high-quality medical supplies intended to support the Mawisleyda militia fighting Al-Shabaab.

“I have brought you high-quality medicine intended for immediate relief, enough to last three months, to treat the wounds of our defense forces battling Al-Shabaab,” Abdulle said during the event.

However, shortly after the aid was unpacked, it was revealed that the contents were not battlefield medicine as promised, but primarily COVID-19 protective gear and outdated supplies. Among the items reportedly found were expired IV fluids, syrups close to expiration, and personal protective equipment (PPE) meant for COVID-19 prevention.

“Entire planes were rented to deliver just a few cartons of IV fluids and expired COVID-19 gear. This is unacceptable. People are bleeding on the front lines, and the government sends expired COVID equipment and only 24 IVs with barely three months of shelf life left,” said Director Macalin Dhicisow.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage on Somali social media, with many expressing disbelief and frustration over the mismanagement and apparent deception. As of now, SODMA has not issued any official statement in response to the growing controversy.

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Speaking from Lamagalay camp in Beledweyne, Afrax declared that he is spearheading a movement for the people of Hiraan to form their own administration, independent of the current Hirshabelle framework.

“In an operation that I led, supported by the people of Hiraan, we have taken over the administrative centers of Beledweyne. From today, I am leading the struggle to create a people-driven government for Hiraan and the Upper Shabelle,” said Afrax.

“I am not declaring myself President. I am calling on intellectuals, elders, and all community sectors to unite and form a leadership chosen by the people.”

Afrax also issued a public apology for past political decisions that contributed to the current divisions within the region.

“Ten years ago, I made a serious mistake against the people of Hiiraan when I signed on to the formation of the Hirshabelle administration. Today, I sincerely ask for forgiveness from the community,” he said.

This announcement comes in the wake of recent reconciliation efforts earlier this year, where federal officials and Hiiraan-based Members of Parliament—particularly from the Hawadle clan—sought to resolve longstanding disputes over power-sharing in the widely criticized Hirshabelle administration.

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The clash occurred after Al-Shabaab militants launched an attack on the area, which is part of the Bulaburte district in Hiran.

The two sides were reportedly involved in intense combat, utilizing various types of weapons. The sounds of gunfire were reportedly heard from a distance, indicating the severity of the fighting.

Preliminary reports suggest casualties on both sides, including deaths and injuries, though official figures have not yet been confirmed.

Recent updates indicate that government forces have secured their positions in the Aboorey area. Additionally, warplanes have been seen circling the region, with speculation that airstrikes against Al-Shabaab may be imminent.

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