(17-12-23) GAROWE (HN) — President Said Abdullahi Deni’s newly appointed dispute resolution and approval committee announced rigorous eligibility criteria for parliamentary candidates on Sunday, further intensifying the state’s political crisis. This move follows the recent seizure of the parliament building by Puntland Marine Police Forces in Garowe, escalating the ongoing power struggle.
The committee, whose establishment remains contentious, outlined an eight-point criterion for parliamentary aspirants. The requirements include:
- The candidate must be a Puntland citizen, a practising Muslim, of sound mental health, possessing good moral standing, and at least 30 years old.
- No revocation of citizenship rights by a court order in the last five years.
- Minimum educational attainment of high school or equivalent experience.
- Presentation of family member selection processes.
- Submission of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Provision of two photographs and a biography (CV).
- A letter of innocence certifying no criminal record.
The committee has announced that the application process for eligible candidates begins today and will conclude on the 25th of December, 2023.
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