Mogadishu (Somalistandard) – The local government of the Somali capital has revoked the registration licenses for restaurants and hotels in the city accused of engaging in drugs trade in the midst of an ongoing crackdown on drugs widely linked to an upsurge in gangs violence in recent months.
According to the Banadir Regional administration which is in charge of Mogadishu, it has also ordered the closure of commercial establishments frequent led by those consuming illegal substances.
Speaking to the reporters on Tuesday, Salah Dheere, the spokesperson of Banadir region revealed that the licenses of hotels and restaurants in question have been revoked for involvements in immoral activities such as murder and robberies of the city’s residents.
He stated that the government has closed down businesses that participate in such activities that go against the region’s moral standards and good conduct.
Meanwhile, the region’s governor Yusuf Madale on the other hand stressed the significance of upholding stability, development, beauty, and good culture in Mogadishu during his leadership of the operation for the past two nights.
He further declared that any actions that jeopardize the honor of the Somali people, their religion, and their good manners would not be condoned by the government.
The recent crackdown by the regional administration received a warm reception from the citizens of Mogadishu, who deemed it overdue and commended the initiative to safeguard the future of the Somali youth.
The governor also reiterated that the revocation of licenses for the business establishments in question serve as a firm warning to businesses engaging in illegal activities and reinforces the government’s stance on advocating for ethical business practices.
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