He said that the war will continue and plans to take the offensive to other areas under the control of the militant group are ongoing.

Speaking to sunatimes, the minister stated that notable success has already been achieved in their quest to take full control over the war-torn East African nation.

Isse hailed and congratulated the Somali military and AMISOM forces for their tangible achievements.

He said that taking over the strategic town of Afgoye was a crucial step in order to free the country from al-Shabaab fighters.

TFG and AMISOM forces have taken over Afgoye corridor on Friday after al-Shabaab fighters withdrew from the town.