Federal MPs warn Puntland Parliament against constitutional amendment, causing chaos in Garowe

The Federal Members of Parliament representing Puntland State have issued a stern warning to the Puntland State Parliament in regards to a proposed constitutional amendment that has triggered a political stalemate and sparked conflicts in Garowe.

In a statement released on Sunday, the Members of Parliament expressed their concerns about the potential consequences of the proposed amendment.

“Throughout the series of meetings, our leaders engaged in extensive discussions aimed at finding a resolution to the political stalemate in Puntland, which has unfortunately led to conflicts. The primary focus of these discussions was to enhance the security of the Puntland region and seek a peaceful resolution through negotiations and reconciliations. Our leaders spared no effort to prevent any adverse consequences of the political stalemate, including the tragic loss of lives,” reads the statement.

The primary focus of these discussions was to enhance the security of the Puntland region and seek a peaceful resolution through negotiations and reconciliations. The statement emphasized the leaders' unwavering efforts to prevent any tragic loss of lives resulting from the political stalemate.

Following the comprehensive deliberations involving various stakeholders, including the President, Vice President, Parliamentary Committee, PUNSA's civil society, political organizations, and representatives from different societal sectors, several key resolutions were reached.