Somalia\u2019s Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Hassan Macallin, has welcomed the opposition\u2019s decision to file a case with the Supreme Court challenging the procedures used for constitutional amendments. He stated that this move demonstrates confidence in the rule of law and the country\u2019s judiciary.<\/p>\n
Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has submitted a petition to the Supreme Court, contesting the process followed for the approval of the constitutional amendments that took place on October 11.<\/p>\n
In an interview with Dawan TV, the Minister expressed the government\u2019s satisfaction that the opposition chose a legal path to voice their views regarding the constitutional amendments.
\nHe noted that opposition is a right guaranteed by the Constitution, and that politicians are entitled to challenge government decisions or clearly articulate their own positions.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe were truly pleased when we read the petition,\u201d said Hassan Macallin, adding that the opposition\u2019s action strengthens trust in the law and judicial institutions. The Minister stated that the legal challenge arose at a time when opposition groups had been distancing themselves from the Constitution; however, their decision to now engage through judicial institutions is a positive and encouraging development.<\/p>\n
Hassan Ma\u2019allin noted that the Supreme Court has referred the case to the Attorney General, who has, in turn, forwarded it to the Federal Parliament, the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, and the Independent Constitutional Review and Implementation Commission.<\/p>\n
According to the Minister, the matter is currently before these institutions.<\/p>\n
He emphasized that the constitutional amendments were prepared by the government and subsequently approved by the Federal Parliament, adding that the government will utilize its legal counsel to defend the process when the case is heard.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will defend ourselves through the law. We abide by the law, just as everyone else is expected to do,\u201d the Minister said.<\/p>\n
The Minister of Justice also touched upon a previous legal dispute concerning the elections in the Galmudug regional administration\u2014which had been brought before the courts\u2014though he noted that it cannot be directly compared to the current challenge regarding the amendments to the Federal Constitution. He expressed hope that many citizens would place their trust in the law and the judiciary, rather than resorting to other methods that could undermine the nation\u2019s governance.<\/p>\n
Finally, Hassan Ma\u2019allin emphasized that the government itself is obligated to operate in accordance with the Constitution, and that all political factions must respect the rule of law.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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