BAIDOA, Somalia – Isak Adan Ibrahim was executed on Thursday in Baydhabo, the capital of Somalia’s Bay region, following his conviction for the murder of Adan Mohamed Adan. The killing took place last month in the city.
The execution carried out in a public location on the outskirts of Baydhabo, was witnessed by hundreds of residents. The Bay Regional Court had previously sentenced Ibrahim to death after being found guilty.
Both the Attorney General of the Bay Regional Court and the South West State’s Minister of Security publicly stated that the execution was carried out in compliance with legal standards, aimed at ensuring security and order in the area.
They underscored that this execution serves as a stern warning that criminal acts will not go unpunished, reinforcing efforts to maintain the rule of law and regional stability.
The execution has sparked varied reactions among Baydhabo’s populace, with some seeing it as a demonstration of justice being served and a necessary deterrent against crime.
