Mogadishu – Abdikariin Ahmed Hassan, chairman of the National Election Commission, announced today that the deadline for party registration has been extended until the 21st.
The original deadline was set for March 31st. This extension is expected to provide political parties with more time to complete the registration process.
Hassan emphasized that this expansion is important to ensure that all political parties are properly registered and have the right to participate in future national elections. He emphasized the importance of this process to ensure a fair and reliable electoral system in Somalia.
The chairman also highlighted the importance of political parties’ participation in local assembly elections as part of Somalia’s democratic development, and also discussed the country’s political situation.
He urged all political parties and their members to fully adhere to the national election rules and regulations in order to ensure free and fair elections.
This extension is expected to help political parties better prepare for future elections, ensuring equal opportunities for all parties to engage in the country’s political processes.
The local council election is scheduled to take place in Mogadishu in June 2025.
