Mogadishu – The Somali Future Council strongly condemns the disorder that erupted today in the Federal Parliament of Somalia. This disruption stems from an attempt by the Speaker of the House of the People, Mr. Aadan Maxamad Nuur, to unilaterally advance amendments to Articles 5 through 9 of the constitution—actions taken without the broad consensus that previously accompanied revisions to Articles 1 through 4.
The Council has monitored closely how President Hassan Sheikh exerted pressure on the Speaker to pursue these constitutional changes. In response, the Speaker has engaged in the reckless dissemination of misinformation to the Somali public, falsely claiming that the proposed amendments were formally distributed to parliamentarians today.
These developments demonstrate profound political irresponsibility and a dangerous abuse of authority.
Moreover, the Council emphasises that such maneuvers are clearly designed to undermine the forthcoming national dialogue between the Federal Government and the Somali Future Council, scheduled to commence on 1 February. These talks are critical to achieving a consensual, lawful, and peaceful electoral process.
The Somali Future Council and Opposition parties holds President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud fully accountable, both politically and legally, for orchestrating this destabilising event.
The Council reiterates its firm opposition to any unconstitutional amendments and calls for the immediate cessation of all illegal efforts to alter the foundational charter, which was originally established through national consensus.
