Lawmakers in Somalia have initiated impeachment proceedings against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, accusing him of persistent constitutional breaches and improper handling of public funds. The initiative is now subject to parliamentary protocols amid reported tension with the parliamentary speaker.

Members of Somalia’s Federal Parliament have formally moved to impeach President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, having secured endorsements from 108 representatives in the House of the People and 21 senators, as documented in papers from March 2026.

The formal submission was made to the Speaker of the House of the People, referencing Article 92 of Somalia’s Provisional Constitution. This article authorizes parliamentary removal of a sitting president upon determination of constitutional violations or serious legal offenses.

Proponents of the motion assert that constitutional thresholds for impeachment have been satisfied. The submitted document declares that “the motion meets the constitutional requirements under Article 92 and has been properly forwarded to the Speaker of the House of the People.” They maintain their action stems from what they characterize as repeated constitutional breaches and leadership shortcomings.

The charges against President Hassan span multiple constitutional articles. Lawmakers invoke Article 61, which designates the Federal Parliament as supreme legislative body with executive oversight, contending this duty compels intervention when presidential actions contravene constitutional norms.

A primary assertion concerns presidential interference in political processes that destabilize constitutional governance. The motion asserts that “the President has undertaken activities inconsistent with the Constitution and eroding the federal system,” noting such behavior has disrupted institutional power balances.

Financial management practices also feature prominently in the motion. Legislators charge the President with neglecting accountability in state fund utilization, referencing Article 120 of the Constitution mandating financial transparency and proper public fund supervision.

Alleged meddling with electoral procedures constitutes another significant allegation. Lawmakers cite Article 47 on electoral matters, claiming presidential actions have compromised electoral independence. They contend such conduct undermines democratic institution credibility, though specific affected electoral systems remain unspecified.

The signatories further assert presidential failure to protect citizen rights as outlined in Article 12. They contend the government has insufficiently safeguarded fundamental liberties, especially during conflict periods, constituting constitutional dereliction.

The motion additionally references Article 87, obliging presidential respect and protection of the Constitution. Legislators maintain President Hassan has disregarded this duty, stating “the President has not fulfilled constitutional obligations as mandated, with actions counter to national legal foundations.”

Proponents emphasize Somalia’s current circumstances necessitate immediate attention. Their submission observes that “the nation confronts a critical juncture, and the President has neglected fundamental constitutional duties.” They contend impeachment proceedings are essential to reestablish legal order.

The motion will advance through parliamentary processes, possibly encompassing review, deliberation, and voting across both Federal Parliament chambers. However, reports indicate that Speaker of the House of the People, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur Madobe, has declined acceptance of the motion.

Somalia’s constitutional framework stipulates multiple legal procedures must precede any impeachment determination. The Office of the President has yet to issue a public response regarding the accusations or impeachment efforts.