Breaking News: Kenyan doctor held for 18 months rescued in Galmudug, central Somalia

A Kenyan doctor who was kidnapped by gunmen 18 months ago in Adado town, central Somalia has been rescued by Galmudug forces.

The operation took place at Xilibi, which is 160 kilometres from Adado town.

“The doctor is currently in the hands of Galmudug security forces and will be taken Adado town,” Goobjoog News correspondent in the town reports.

The administration is expected to hold a press conference in the coming hours.

More to follow.