Watch: A motion against the Minister of Health presented to Parliament

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – A serious motion against the Minister of Health of Somalia, Dr. Ali Haji Aden, was today presented to the House of the People, which was signed by at least 20 members of parliament who raised significant allegations against the minister.

The Speaker of the Parliament of Somalia, Abdulqadir Mohamed Nur (Jama), who spoke at today's session, confirmed that he received the motion which meets the necessary requirements, suggesting that it be debated and questions be asked to Minister Ali Haji.

“The Speaker of the House of the People confirmed that the motion proposal met the requirements mentioned in Article 62, paragraph 4 of the parliamentary rules of procedure. The proposal clearly states the essence of the question and the reasons for submitting the proposal along with the names and signatures of the proposers,” said Speaker Jama.

He also added, “The permanent committee of the house has decided to include it in today's session agenda in accordance with Article 62, paragraph 6 of the parliamentary rules of procedure.”

After that, MP Mukhtar Mohamed Guled, one of the signatories of the motion, read the names of the members of parliament who submitted the motion, and he also provided further details about the purpose of their motion.

The MP clarified that they are not specifically targeting the Minister of Health, but they have the right to hold him accountable, as he argued.

“The minister is not being targeted based on clan or government; we have the right to ask questions according to the rules of procedure, and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia also allows this. Other ministers from different clans will also be brought here,” said MP Mukhtar.

On her part, MP Nadra, who is the chairperson of the Social Services Development Committee of the House of the People, stated that they had previously met with the minister, but she was not satisfied with the responses he provided, suggesting that a vote of confidence be taken.

“We have met with the minister, and I am not satisfied with the responses he provided as the chairperson of the Social Affairs Committee, and today I am suggesting that a vote of confidence be taken,” said MP Nadra.