Somalia: Somaliland Police Marks 33rd Anniversary As President Pledges Support

What the report says

Somaliland’s police force marked its 33rd anniversary in Hargeisa on Tuesday, according to Horn Diplomat via AllAfrica. The ceremony was held at police headquarters and included President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, who used the occasion to reaffirm government support for the security services.

Irro said strengthening the police would remain a priority for his administration, with emphasis on training, education, equipment and modern technology. He also said police transport resources would be improved. In remarks reported by Somaliland National Television and cited in the article, the president urged officers to respect the constitution, uphold the law and treat citizens fairly regardless of political views, social standing or background.

The president praised the police for helping maintain security and public order, and paid tribute to officers who have died in the line of duty over the force’s 33-year history. He also acknowledged former commanders and thanked religious leaders, business groups, elders, women and young people for supporting peace efforts. The article says police leadership at the event reported 82 killings nationwide over the past year, involving 88 suspects, with 84 of them arrested. That figure was presented as part of the ceremony’s broader discussion of public safety and the challenges facing Somaliland’s security institutions.