Rising Cost of Living in Baidoa as Al-Shabaab Imposes Trade Sanctions

Mogadishu24:- Baidoa Town is grappling with significant economic hardships due to the sanctions imposed by Al-Shabaab militants for more than a week now. These sanctions have restricted the entry of cargo vehicles into the town, leading to a sharp rise in the prices of essential goods like food, water, and fuel.

The State Minister of Security, Mohamed Issack Abdi, refuted claims of trade sanctions imposed by Al-Shabaab on Baidoa. He assured that trade activities in the region are unaffected and continue to operate normally.

"There are no closed roads, vehicles are still carrying goods to an from the town. Such claims are nothing but baseless propaganda," he said.

Moreover, the minister issued a stern warning to local residents who comply with Al-Shabaab's orders, emphasizing that they would face legal consequences.