Somali national army land forces commander visits liberated areas in Lower Shabelle to boost troop morale

The Commander of the Somali National Army Land Forces, Brigadier General Sahal Abdullahi Omar, has visited several areas in the Lower Shabelle region that were recently liberated from Al-Shabaab militants.

The visit aimed to boost the morale of Somali National Army troops and allied local forces currently stationed on the frontlines. During his time in the liberated areas, Brigadier General Sahal held meetings with officers leading the ongoing operations and received briefings on the overall security situation.

He also listened to detailed reports on recent military gains and challenges, emphasizing the importance of maintaining pressure on remaining militant elements.

The Land Forces Commander praised the bravery, resilience, and sacrifices demonstrated by the joint forces, commending their role in securing the liberated areas and protecting civilians.

The visit underscores the Somali National Army’s continued commitment to consolidating security gains and supporting troops engaged in counterterrorism operations across the country.