Saturday , May 30, 2026 (Baidoa Online) -The spokesperson for South West State President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed (Lafta-Gareen) stated that the South West State Darwish forces conducted an early morning security operation in Baidoa. According to the statement, the operation was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen security and maintain peace and stability across South West State.
The statement praised the security forces for their role in protecting civilians and safeguarding public security, while also encouraging residents to cooperate with security agencies to achieve lasting peace and inclusive development.
Meanwhile, officials from the administration currently controlling Baidoa and aligned with the Federal Government described the incident differently.
The Bay Regional Police Commander characterized the confrontation as an attack initiated by armed insurgent elements and stated that security forces successfully thwarted actions that could have undermined public safety and stability.
The contrasting narratives from the two sides underscore the complexity of the situation in Baidoa, with each party presenting a different account of the events.
The developments reflect ongoing political and security tensions in the region, where competing actors continue to offer differing interpretations of events on the ground.