Mogadishu, Somalia — Ministry of Justice Hails Adoption of New Constitution. Mogadishu, Somalia — The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs of Somalia has hailed the official adoption of the nation’s new Constitution, marking a significant milestone in the country’s political and legal evolution.
The Constitution was ratified by the Federal Parliament of Somalia today, following a thorough 13-year review process.
According to a press statement issued by the Ministry, the ratification represents a historic achievement that concludes the extensive constitutional review process.
The process involved federal institutions, Federal Member States, legal and constitutional experts, and diverse segments of Somali society. Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hassan Sheikh Ali, congratulated the Parliament on the landmark accomplishment, emphasizing the importance of the revised Constitution in strengthening democratic institutions and clarifying Somalia’s federal system.
The Minister also thanked the Somali people for their participation in the process, as well as the President and Prime Minister for their commitment to the constitutional review.
The Ministry stated that the adoption of the revised Constitution is a decisive step towards consolidating democracy, reinforcing national unity, and institutionalizing a governance system grounded in the rule of law. It also commended the collective efforts of the Houses of Parliament, constitutional review committees, executive institutions, Federal Member States, and the Somali people.
The official adoption of the Constitution comes at a time when Somalia is seeking to stabilize its political and security situation, and to build a more robust democratic framework.
The new Constitution is expected to provide a clearer legal framework for governance and to address issues such as federalism, human rights, and the rule of law. Further details regarding the implementation of the new Constitution are expected to be announced in the coming days.
The government has not yet commented on the immediate implications of the adoption for the country’s political landscape.
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Source: sonna.
