[1] As a military leader, he led the Soocane faction during the early to mid 19th century, consisting of forces from various sub-divisions of the Habr Je'lo clan.
As the fighting intensified, Kite Fiqi’s forces struggled to maintain control, and heavy casualties occurred.
Kite Fiqi later expressed his frustration and sorrow over the inevitable bloodshed, saying:[4] Haddii aad kari weydo, Ama aad kasi weydo, Kufaarkii inankiisoow, Kariimkaan baryayaaye, Kabaalkiinnu jab maanta If you are unable to carry on Or if you are weak in spirit This is the work of the unbelievers I am pleading for mercy But your defeat today is inevitable The warning that Kite Fiqi had given came true, and the casualties were immense.
Some reports suggest that a group of fighters from the Rer Dahir subclan, which had initially joined the invaders, eventually withdrew from the battle.
Kite, after concluding his side of the battle, eventually decimated Malow's forces, with significant casualties among the Barre Abdille (Solomadow).