Scuffles Halt Somalia Parliament Session on Constitutional Changes

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: A joint sitting of Somalia’s federal parliament was suspended after scuffles erupted among lawmakers during a debate on proposed constitutional amendments.

Police entered the House of the People to restore order as the confrontation escalated, with several legislators reported injured. Details on the number and extent of injuries were not immediately available.

The session was called to discuss changes to the constitution, a sensitive issue that has divided political leaders and lawmakers. Proceedings were halted amid shouting and physical confrontations inside the chamber, witnesses said.

Parliamentary leaders and security officials did not immediately comment on the incident.

Somalia has been pursuing constitutional reforms as part of wider efforts to strengthen governance and move forward with its political transition, a process that has repeatedly faced delays and disputes.