Somalia’s Council of Ministers has reportedly failed to reach a consensus on the implementation of recently approved constitutional amendments, exposing growing divisions within the Federal Government over the country’s electoral and governance framework.

The Cabinet convened an emergency session on Saturday amid expectations that ministers would formally endorse measures to enforce the new constitutional provisions, including the separation of executive and legislative responsibilities. However, no official communiqué addressing the constitutional implementation was issued following the meeting.

Instead, the Council released statements concerning unrelated government matters, including the ratification of agreements and the approval of new ambassadorial appointments.

According to information obtained by Risaala TV, several members of the Cabinet remain hesitant to proceed with the enforcement of the amended constitution, amid concerns that implementation could compel some officials to relinquish one of the dual roles they currently occupy within government institutions.

Sources indicate that the hesitation is also tied to ongoing political uncertainty surrounding Somalia’s electoral process, as some officials continue to anticipate a negotiated settlement to the dispute between the Federal Government and opposition stakeholders.

The development comes as international partners maintain efforts aimed at encouraging political consensus over the electoral framework and broader constitutional process. Opposition groups, meanwhile, have reiterated calls for inclusive political dialogue, warning that they may escalate their response should the government fail to engage in negotiations and reach a broader political agreement.