Mogadishu, (SONNA) – The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, today officially signed the new Federal Constitution of Somalia, a cornerstone for the country’s governance and legal framework, following its approval by both chambers of the Federal Parliament.
Addressing the media at the signing ceremony held at the Presidential Palace, President Hassan Sheikh emphasized that the government will now begin implementing the new Constitution, which will serve as a foundation for strengthening government institutions, safeguarding citizens’ rights, and advancing the country’s democratic system.
“Today marks the conclusion of the long journey of reviewing Somalia’s Federal Constitution, which had been provisional for some time and recently ratified by the Federal Parliament. With God’s guidance, its implementation begins today,” the President said.
The signing ceremony was attended by the Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Aadan Mohamed Nur, the Speaker of the Upper House, Senator Cabdi Xaashi Cabdullaahi, and the chairpersons of the Constitutional Review Committees.
