MOGADISHU (Kaab TV) – Opposition MP Dahir Amin Jeesow, a member of Somalia’s federal parliament, has accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of adding a new chapter to the country’s constitution that was drafted externally and inserted unlawfully.
In an exclusive interview with Kaab TV, MP Jeesow said that it is not within parliament’s mandate to amend the constitution, arguing that the Provisional Constitution was a pact agreed upon by representatives from all federal member states.
“It is not our job to amend the constitution. Among the four chapters, there is one that was written outside and inserted,” MP Jeesow stated.
Previously, there have been accusations that most of the altered provisions in the constitution were written by President Hassan Sheikh himself.
The federal member states of Puntland and Jubbaland, along with opposition politicians in Mogadishu — including former leaders — have rejected the constitutional amendments, calling them illegal.
MP Jeesow also criticized President Hassan Sheikh for dividing the country and for previously stating that he could do without the federal states of Puntland and Jubbaland – two key federal member states.
“Jubbaland and Puntland are not missing anything. It was President Hassan Sheikh himself who said he doesn’t need those two administrations,” said MP Jeesow.
Somalia is currently experiencing a political stalemate, primarily related to uncertain elections for 2026 and disagreements between the Federal Government and Federal Member States over the change of the constitution.
This impasse has led to concerns about the country’s stability and progress.
International partners have urged Somali leaders to prioritize national interests and find a resolution.