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Somalia's Police Chief General Asad Diyaano Gains Recognition for Security Reforms and Presidential Protection Mission
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LAS ANOD — The Commander of the Somali Police Force, General Asad Diyaano, is receiving growing recognition across Somalia for what many observers describe as an improved security posture and renewed professionalism within the police institution under his leadership.
General Asad, who has become one of the most visible faces of national security, is credited with strengthening police operations while maintaining close coordination with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, particularly during sensitive political and security engagements.
Police Performance and Security Reforms
Security analysts say the Somali Police Force has shown signs of increased operational readiness in recent months, including more structured deployment plans, improved internal discipline, and expanded efforts to protect public facilities and key institutions.
Sources within the security sector indicate that General Asad has prioritized:
Faster response mechanisms to emerging threats
Improved command structure and coordination across units
Greater accountability and discipline within police ranks
Enhanced policing efforts in urban centers and strategic locations
These changes, while still facing major challenges, have led to public confidence increasing in some areas where police presence and performance have visibly improved.
Key Role in Protecting President Hassan Sheikh
General Asad Diyaano is also widely known for playing an active role in securing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, ensuring close protection during high-risk visits and political missions.
At present, he is involved in security coordination during the President’s presence in Las Anod, a city located in a politically contested zone, where security conditions require high-level preparedness and strict protection measures.
Security sources describe the operation in Las Anod as "high sensitivity,” requiring:
Intelligence-led security planning
Crowd control and public safety arrangements
Securing government delegations and convoys
Rapid-response readiness against any emergency threats
A Rising National Security Figure
Public discussion on Somali media platforms increasingly portrays General Asad as a leader combining both operational capability and loyalty to the national government, particularly during a period where Somalia continues to face threats from extremist groups, organized crime, and political instability.
Supporters have described him as a commander who has not only managed the police force effectively, but also maintained institutional stability through discipline and cooperation with the presidency.
A Critical Security Moment for Somalia
Somalia remains at a decisive moment in its security transition, with national forces expected to expand responsibilities amid ongoing counter-terror efforts and political complexities in contested regions.
General Asad Diyaano’s performance, especially during the Las Anod mission, is being watched closely by both the security sector and the wider public as a measure of how national institutions are evolving.
BY Dahir Alasow
Sunatimes.com
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Somalia's Police Chief General Asad Diyaano Gains Recognition for Security Reforms and Presidential Protection Mission
LAS ANOD — The Commander of the Somali Police Force, General Asad Diyaano, is receiving growing recognition across Somalia for what many observers describe as an improved security posture and renewed professionalism within the police institutio