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Somali Cabinet approves plan to implement constitution following an extraordinary session convened in Mogadishu to accelerate critical state-building and administrative governance frameworks. Chaired by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, the Council of Ministers formally endorsed a comprehensive resolution designed to operationalize key constitutional provisions and structure federal government operations. The approval marks a pivotal milestone in transitioning from foundational constitutional review processes toward enforcing concrete institutional structures across the federal executive.
Under the approved implementation framework, the Council assigned a specialized ministerial committee, led by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, to oversee the drafting of specific legislation. This committee has been tasked with finalizing a draft law within two months that explicitly defines the total number of government members, their exact administrative portfolios, and institutional responsibilities. Senior officials highlighted that this legislation represents the first standardized statutory framework defining federal government structure in the country since 1968, underscoring its historical importance for public administration.
The extraordinary cabinet gathering focused heavily on consolidating public institutions, establishing uniform administrative guidelines, and strengthening national state-building mechanisms. Government representatives emphasized that enforcing clear separation of powers and formalizing executive responsibilities remains essential for long-term civil stability and transparent governance. By establishing clear legislative timelines, federal authorities aim to ensure that public institutions operate under standardized legal benchmarks capable of supporting national development programs.
As the ministerial committee begins its work, civil society representatives and political observers have welcomed the formalization of constitutional execution steps. Legal experts note that defining ministerial roles through clear statutory mandates will enhance accountability, streamline legislative oversight, and reduce overlapping mandates within executive agencies. Somali Cabinet approves plan to implement constitution, reaffirming the federal government’s commitment to finalizing institutional governance frameworks, supporting sustainable state-building, and maintaining momentum toward long-term national stability.