Somali Opposition MPs Announce Plans to Elect a New Speaker Soon

-Mogadishu, Somalia —Somali opposition Members of Parliament (MPs)

have announced that they will soon move forward with the election of a new Speaker,

a development that could significantly reshape the political landscape of the Federal Parliament.

According to opposition lawmakers, consultations and internal discussions— are currently underway to finalize the process,

with a formal announcement expected in the coming days.

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The move reflects growing dissatisfaction among opposition MPs regarding the current parliamentary leadership and the overall direction of legislative governance.

Sources within the opposition bloc indicate that the planned election aims to restore parliamentary independence,

strengthen oversight responsibilities, and ensure that the legislature plays a more effective role in national decision-making.

The announcement comes amid heightened political tensions in Somalia, where disagreements between government institutions and opposition figures have increasingly affected parliamentary operations.

Analysts suggest that the election of a new Speaker could either ease tensions through dialogue or deepen divisions, depending on how the process unfolds.

No official date has yet been confirmed for the vote, and the current parliamentary leadership has not issued a response to the opposition’s declaration.

Political observers are closely monitoring the situation, as the outcome may have broader implications for Somalia’s governance, electoral processes, and relations between the executive and legislative branches.