smaller can be looked at from many different positions. When I was referencing that, I was speaking about their political power and resistance level. Sland already has this failed movement going on for them while PL dosent, I will say though PL resistance to national integration is much more stronger than JL. Im always going to be against this resistance.
But population wise... realistically speaking SL has Borama, burco, hargeisa, berbera and ceerigaabo. PL has garowe, qardho, bosaso, garacad which is important because its another port on the indian ocean and Half of galkacyo. No one could tell you which one is stronger or better you need data to back any opinion up, im just presenting it.
You bring up a good scenario though, why are the groups who dont like FGS run for it. Splitting off is just gonna make everyone worse, Thats why I am always calling for a democratic system with an somewhat autocratic leader who can tie us all back together. The only thing thats good about whats happening now is its shaking up this terrible stagnancy thats been going on since this crooked 4.5 was put into place.