Laascaanood, Somalia – Somalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, on Sunday officially laid the foundation stone for the Presidential Palace of the SSC-Khaatumo Administration during his historic visit to the city of Laascaanood. The ceremony marked the beginning of eight key development projects launched by the Federal Government across the SSC-Khaatumo region.

Prime Minister Barre was accompanied by the Leader of the SSC-Khaatumo Administration, Abdulkadir Ahmed Aw Aali (Firdhiye), and senior government officials.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the projects aim to enhance essential services, improve infrastructure, and solidify the Federal Government’s support for the region.

“I am pleased to witness the beginning of these vital state institutions, which will deliver key services to our people. We are committed to implementing more development projects across SSC-Khaatumo,” the Prime Minister stated.

The projects launched include:

1. The Presidential Palace of SSC-Khaatumo
2. Laascaanood Branch of the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA)
3. SSC-Khaatumo Police Command Headquarters
4. Sayid Mohamed Technical and Vocational Training Center
5. Paved Road Connecting Samakaab and Buuhoodle
6. Various Government Offices for SSC-Khaatumo Administration
7. National Emergency Response Center (SODMA)
8. SSC-Khaatumo State Hospital (State House Hospital)

During his visit, the Prime Minister also held consultations with traditional elders and SSC officials, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to inclusive governance, stability, and long-term development in the region.