Wednesday , June 3, 2026 (Baidoa Online) -A reported dispute between senior officials within Somalia’s Police Force has drawn increased attention following claims that the office of the country’s Interpol leadership was entered and official materials removed after the suspension of a senior officer.
According to sources familiar with the developments, the Commissioner of the Somali Police Force, Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi (Asad Diyaano), recently suspended Major General Mohamed Abdulle Dhoore, who had been serving as the head of Somalia’s Interpol division.
While authorities have not publicly explained the reasons behind the decision, multiple sources indicate that tensions emerged over the handling of a law enforcement operation involving the pursuit of a wanted suspect. The exact circumstances of the disagreement have not been officially confirmed.
The controversy has widened following reports that the Interpol office in Mogadishu was accessed shortly after the suspension. Sources told local media that documents, files, and office equipment were removed from the premises, including a computer used by the division’s leadership. The reports have not been independently verified, and it remains unclear under whose authority the materials were taken.
No official statement has been issued by either the Somali Police Force or the Ministry of Internal Security regarding the reported suspension, the alleged removal of office property, or the status of the Interpol division’s leadership.
The lack of public clarification has prompted growing speculation over the nature of the dispute and its potential implications for coordination within Somalia’s security institutions.
Interpol plays a key role in facilitating cooperation between Somali law enforcement agencies and international policing partners, particularly in areas related to transnational crime, fugitive investigations, and information sharing.
The developments come at a time when Somalia continues to face complex security challenges, with authorities relying heavily on coordination among national security agencies and international partners. Analysts say any public disagreement within senior law enforcement ranks could raise concerns about institutional cohesion and operational effectiveness.
As of publication, officials had not responded to requests for comment, and no formal announcement had been made regarding who will assume leadership of the Interpol office following the reported suspension.
