Mogadishu Domestic Service radio in Somali 0330 GMT– Under the control of the rebel United Somali Congress

God is great! God is great! God is great! As you are aware, last night at 2030 [1730 GMT] the government and responsibility of the Somali people were taken over by the United Somali Congress [USC] movement. God is great! God is great! God is great! We shall broadcast in various programs the progress of activities. We are addressing you from Radio Mogadishu, the voice of the Somali people.

Brothers and sisters, the Somali people are being asked, now that [words indistinct] the hardships have ended, to hold hands and demonstrate a spirit of brotherhood and love. You are also cautioned that no side should transgress against the other and steal their property.

The USC took over the government to maintain the security of the Somali people. It is therefore incumbent on every Muslim and Somali to strive for the maintenance of peace and security. There is no problem in the country. [Words indistinct] therefore we wish the Somali people progress, prosperity, and brotherly understanding.

God is great! God is great! God is great! Before [words indistinct] listen to verses of the holy Koran [passage indistinct].

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