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MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Independent Human Rights Commission has renewed its call for the protection of civilians and the safeguarding of fundamental human rights following an incident in the Digta Margoos area of Lower Jubba region that reportedly resulted in civilian deaths and injuries.
In a statement issued today, the Commission said it is closely monitoring the repercussions of the incident with deep concern, noting that it has initiated preliminary fact-finding and information-gathering procedures in line with its constitutional mandate to protect human rights and monitor potential violations affecting civilians.
The Commission stated that its monitoring and documentation teams have begun engaging with local authorities, community representatives and relevant stakeholders in order to verify the facts and assess the circumstances surrounding the incident in an impartial and professional manner.
It stressed that the protection of civilians constitutes both a legal and moral obligation under Somalia’s Constitution and the principles of international humanitarian law, calling on all parties to refrain from actions that may endanger civilian lives and safety.
The Commission further urged security and judicial institutions to conduct transparent and independent investigations capable of establishing the facts, ensuring justice and reinforcing accountability while preventing impunity.
Chairperson of the National Independent Human Rights Commission, Dr. Maryan Qasim Ahmed, expressed the Commission’s solidarity with the affected families and communities, extending sincere condolences to the relatives of the victims and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
The statement emphasized that respect for human dignity and the rule of law remains essential to strengthening social stability and fostering public trust in state institutions, particularly amid the country’s ongoing humanitarian and security challenges.
The Commission also reaffirmed its commitment to continuing its monitoring, documentation and reporting efforts concerning human rights conditions across Somalia, while working alongside relevant institutions to strengthen legal protection mechanisms for civilians.
The National Independent Human Rights Commission is an independent constitutional body mandated to protect and promote human rights in Somalia through monitoring, investigation, awareness and policy recommendations, in support of justice, rule of law and the protection of public freedoms.
