MOGADISHU (Halbeeg News) – The authorities in Middle Shabelle region of Hirshabelle State of Somalia have vowed to take legal actions against Al-shabab sympathizers amid reports that locals seek redress in Al-shabab courts.
Ahmed Mayre Makaran, Middle Shabelle region governor said the involvement of some local is complicating the security challenge.
Makaran accused the traders in the region of collaborating with Al-shabab fighters in the remote areas.
“We believe Al-shabaab are being supported by some people in region. They are financed by some traders and even give information about the government and the residents in these areas,” said the governor.
He cautioned the locals against seeking redress in Al-shabab courts.
“We are aware that some people go to Al-shabaab areas to submit land dispute cases at Al-shabab courts. We will take legal action against anyone found of having relationship with Al-shabab courts,” vowed Makaran.
Al-Shabab is reportedly to have been making thousand dollars by imposing taxes on traders in South and central Somalia following the loss of the lucrative sea ports to Somali National Army backed by AMISOM troops.
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