On Saturday evening, seven al-Shabab militants launched an attack on the Godka Jilicow prison in Mogadishu, Somalia, disguising themselves as soldiers to gain access. The assault involved a significant explosion and gunfire, leading to the militants' deaths, as confirmed by the Somali government. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility, stating they released all Muslim prisoners and inflicted heavy casualties on the guards. The government did not specify the number of security forces killed but expressed condolences to their families. This incident, occurring near the presidential palace, raises serious concerns about the security protocols of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (Nisa), which oversees the prison. Al-Shabab, linked to al-Qaeda, has been engaged in a violent insurgency against the Somali government for nearly two decades. The attack follows the government's recent reopening of key roads in Mogadishu, which had been closed due to security concerns.