Security measures have been greatly increased in the city of Kismayo and its surroundings, with a large number of troops being seen in the city, and the vigilance of important facilities, including the Kismayo airport, has been tightened.
Armored convoys and military transports are now a regular sight on the streets, reflecting the acceleration of efforts to tighten security in the city.
Residents report that people and vehicles passing through checkpoints are constantly being searched and the army has increased patrols in some areas.
This security has been tightened after the last few days, the tension between Jubbaland administration and the federal government of Somalia, which is based on the current consensus on federal issues, constitutional amendment, election process.
Sources close to the presidency of Jubaland say that the increase of troops in the city of Kismayo is part of the concern that the current tensions will destabilize the government and that Al-Shabaab will look for an opportunity to take advantage of the division.
