HirShabelle President Ali Abdullahi Hussein (Ali Gudlawe) on Monday chaired a meeting of his Council of Ministers, with discussions centred on key security, development, and service delivery issues. The session opened with the formal swearing-in of newly appointed ministers for Public Works and for Energy and Water.
Briefing the Council, Internal Security Minister Mohamed Kheyre reported on the ongoing offensive against the Al-Shabaab militant group, praising the critical support from local communities and security forces in Midlde Shabelle and Hiiraan regions. Ministers also reviewed the impact of recent heavy rains across HirShabelle, which have disrupted transport networks in several areas.
Planning Minister Mohamud Abdi provided an update on the progress of development projects planned for 2025, noting ongoing efforts despite seasonal challenges.
President Gudlawe directed the Health Ministry to expedite the expansion of healthcare services and accelerate the rollout of the Damal Caafimaad programme.
“I will not tolerate negligence,” President Gudlawe said, citing the dismissal of the Public Works Minister a day earlier over failure to implement road construction projects. “Strict accountability delivers better services.”
In his closing remarks, President Gudlawe urged renewed unity in the fight against terrorism, emphasising the need for sustained collective efforts.
