Introduction: Rebuilding Trust, Strength, and the Somali Spirit
A new chapter is unfolding in the history of Somalia’s law enforcement. After decades of instability and institutional decline, the Somali Police Force (SPF) is once again emerging as a pillar of national unity and professionalism.
At the heart of this transformation stands General Asad Osman Abdullahi, a leader whose vision, discipline, and reform-driven leadership have reignited public confidence in one of the country’s most vital security institutions.
Under his command, the SPF has made historic strides constructing modern facilities, professionalizing its ranks, and introducing new specialized units designed to meet today’s complex security challenges. His leadership has not only rebuilt the institution but also rekindled a sense of national pride among its officers and citizens alike.
A Vision of Renewal and Reform
The Somali Police Force today represents a new face of national service modern, transparent, and citizen-centered. Guided by a long-term reform strategy, General Asad has focused on rebuilding operational structures, improving discipline, and enhancing community relations.
After years of fragmentation, the police have restored their reputation, capacity, and credibility through a series of reforms grounded in strategic planning, continuous training, and an unwavering commitment to public trust.
Building the Foundation: Infrastructure for a Modern Police Force
The Command Headquarters
At the center of the transformation lies the new Somali Police Headquarters in Mogadishu a modern facility designed for national command, security coordination, and strategic operations. This state of the art complex symbolizes efficiency and accountability, connecting all police divisions across the country under a unified command system.
The Central Police Mosque
The new Central Police Mosque, currently under construction within the police compound, is steadily taking shape as a future center of unity and moral guidance a place where, upon completion, officers and civilians will gather to reinforce the shared values of integrity, discipline, and collective purpose.
New Facilities and Equipment
Other major achievements include the construction of modern armories, the introduction of digital communication systems, and the rehabilitation of housing and welfare facilities. Each project underscores the commander’s focus on sustainable development and long-term institutional stability.
The Rise of Specialized Units: Modernizing Security Operations
Under General Asad’s leadership, the Somali Police Force has expanded into several specialized divisions a reflection of modern policing standards and national resilience.
Key Operational Divisions
- National Security and Tax Protection Unit: guarding public revenue and government assets.
- Traffic and Road Safety Unit: maintaining order and protecting citizens on the move.
- Criminal Investigation Department (CID): leading evidence based investigations through modern forensic methods.
- Coast Guard Police: safeguarding Somali waters against piracy and illegal trafficking.
- Darawish Stabilization Force: maintaining law and order in newly liberated areas.
- Haram’ad Special Forces: elite tactical units specializing in counter terror operations.
- Galeyr Counter Terrorism Unit: targeting extremist networks through intelligence led operations.
- Diplomatic and UN Security Unit: protecting embassies and international missions.
- Mobile Checkpoint Control Unit: ensuring safe urban mobility and preventing criminal infiltration.
These units have become the operational backbone of national security, reflecting a structured, professional, and proactive approach to policing.
Training and Human Capital: Building a Professional Force
The General Kaahiye Police Training Academy
Central to General Asad’s reform agenda is the General Kaahiye Police Training Academy now a model institution producing highly skilled, ethically grounded officers. Trainees receive comprehensive education in criminal justice, counter terrorism, forensics, and community policing, shaping them into modern guardians of the Somali state.
Empowering the Police Orphanage and Educational Center
Beyond security operations, General Asad’s reforms extend to social welfare. The Police Orphanage and Educational Center has undergone significant upgrades improving infrastructure, teaching standards, and the living conditions of children under the care of the force. This compassionate approach underscores his belief that nation building begins with education and dignity.
Technology and Modern Equipment
The Somali Police Force has embraced digital transformation under General Asad’s leadership. Modern communication networks, secure databases, and integrated coordination platforms have replaced outdated systems, improving real time decision making and operational readiness.
The establishment of centralized armories and advanced logistics systems has strengthened internal controls, ensuring transparency in weapons management and enhancing the readiness of every operational unit.
A Culture of Service, Discipline, and Public Trust
General Asad’s leadership style is defined by discipline, professionalism, and community engagement. His policies emphasize accountability and service transforming the police into a trusted public institution rather than an instrument of fear.
Through community outreach and transparency, the SPF is rebuilding the relationship between law enforcement and citizens, marking a cultural and moral shift toward democratic policing and human rights observance.
Words of Inspiration: General Asad’s Address to New Graduates
Speaking at a recent graduation ceremony at the General Kaahiye Academy, General Asad delivered an inspiring message to the newly trained officers, reflecting both his optimism and dedication to national service:
“I am proud to see you here tonight, having completed your training and ready to defend your country. You are the shield of Somalia, ready to confront Al-Shabaab and protect your people. I am confident you will fulfill your duties with courage, discipline, and honor. May Allah grant you success in serving our beloved nation.”
His words captured the spirit of patriotism that defines this new generation of Somali police a force built on courage, faith, and service.
A Legacy of Leadership and Reform
General Asad Osman Abdullahi’s has reshaped the Somali Police Force into an institution rooted in efficiency, ethics, and national unity. His holistic approach combining infrastructure, training, technology, and welfare reflects a model of leadership that prioritizes people as much as policy.
The visible results from the new CID Headquarters to the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre, and from elite unit training to welfare reforms signal a national rebirth in security governance.
Conclusion: A National Force Reborn
The Somali Police Force under General Asad Osman Abdullahi stands as a symbol of progress, discipline, and hope. It embodies a new Somalia a nation determined to move beyond conflict, toward peace and prosperity.
From the modern command headquarters to the youngest police cadet, the vision is clear: to build a force that serves its people with integrity and protects its nation with pride.
The Somali Police Force: Protecting the Nation, Building Trust.
