For years, Mogadishu residents joked about having two governments daytime and nighttime. Today, that distinction has collapsed. Al-Shabaab now dominates both day and night, operating with more control, efficiency, and coherence than the Federal Government of Somalia. Once viewed as insurgents, Al-Shabaab has transformed into a governing force, collecting taxes, delivering services, and controlling territory. The group’s growing influence is not just on the battlefield. It has reportedly infiltrated the highest levels of government. The murder of Amina Mohamed a vocal critic of Fahad Yasin and Farmaajo—by Al-Shabaab has sparked speculation of a covert alliance between Villa Somalia and the militants. Critics and opposition figures are being systematically targeted, blurring the line between insurgency and governance. The attack on Mogadishu’s heavily fortified airport further underscores the deepening crisis. Despite tight security, two Al-Shabaab operatives breached the facility, killing six and revealing glaring lapses in national defense.