By Jama A Feyte
As the terms of the President and Parliament near their end and national elections approach, any rash attempt to amend the Constitution is an irresponsible act that betrays the national interest. This move exposes an agenda driven by personal ambition and partisan gain, eroding the legitimacy of state institutions and undermining public trust.
Somalia stands at a critical juncture, grappling with assaults on its unity, severe security threats, crippling drought, and economic distress. This moment demands national cohesion and leadership characterized by responsibility and accountability. Rushed constitutional amendments, pursued without due consideration, will only deepen existing societal fractures and fuel instability, sabotaging hard-won progress in state-building and national reconciliation.
Ultimately, the Constitution serves as the foundational social contract for the nation’s unity and future. To alter it through illegitimate means risks triggering severe repercussions and entrenched division. Any constitutional change must emerge from a legitimate, inclusive, and transparent process—guided by a shared national vision, not narrow self-interest.
Mr. Jama Ayaanle Feyte, Somaliland-born politician, Journalist, and Horn of Africa political analyst
