MOGADISHU, SONNA \u2013 In a landmark decision, Somalia\u2019s Federal Parliament on Wednesday approved the establishment of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, a constitutional body aimed at ensuring transparent and credible electoral processes across the nation.<\/p>\n
The newly formed commission will oversee elections at all levels of government, playing a pivotal role in Somalia\u2019s ongoing efforts to implement One-Person One-Vote elections nationwide. This initiative reflects the Somali government\u2019s commitment to bolstering democratic institutions and restoring citizens\u2019 right to freely elect their leaders.<\/p>\n
The 18-member commission, composed of experts with extensive experience in democratic governance, includes:<\/p>\n
1.Abdikarim Ahmed Hassan<\/p>\n
2.Sadiq Abshir Graad<\/p>\n
3.Mohamed Abdirahman Adan<\/p>\n
4.Yusuf Abdiqadir Mohamed-Baafo<\/p>\n
5.Omar Abukar Omar<\/p>\n
6.Farhiyo Mohamed Yusuf<\/p>\n
7.Dr. Omar Jamaat Mohamed<\/p>\n
8.Farah Abdi Hassan<\/p>\n
9.Sahra Diriye Musa<\/p>\n
10.Abdullahi Salat Yarow<\/p>\n
11.Mohamed Amin Hassan Abdullahi<\/p>\n
12.Abdi Adow Mohamed<\/p>\n
13.Abdishakur Abib Hayir<\/p>\n
14.Khalid Ibrahim Ismail<\/p>\n
15.Amina Sh. Osman Mohamed<\/p>\n
16.Nasir Mohamed Shire<\/p>\n
17.Abdirahim Abdillahi Shafi<\/p>\n
18.Mohamed Omar Ismail<\/p>\n
The approval of this commission marks a significant milestone in Somalia\u2019s democratic reforms. Officials and international partners are optimistic that the initiative will lay the groundwork for more inclusive, fair, and transparent elections, reinforcing the nation\u2019s path toward stability and good governance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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