In a dramatic move amid growing political tensions, the Speaker of Somalia’s House of the People, Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (commonly known as Adan Madobe), has officially suspended 24 members of parliament over their alleged involvement in a physical altercation inside the parliamentary chamber.

The decision, announced on April 30, 2025, through a formal statement issued by the Speaker’s Office, cites breaches of parliamentary conduct. The suspended MPs are accused of violating Articles 14, 16, and 28 of the parliamentary rules during a heated session that took place earlier that day.

According to Speaker Madobe, the suspensions are aimed at maintaining order, preserving the sanctity of the legislative process, and ensuring the safety and decorum of parliamentary proceedings.

“For security reasons, the Sergeant-at-Arms is hereby instructed to suspend the below-listed members from attending parliamentary sessions,” the statement declared, underscoring the seriousness of the incident.

In addition to their suspension, the lawmakers’ names have been forwarded to the House Committee on Rules, Ethics, and Privileges for legal assessment and possible disciplinary action.

Among those suspended are four cabinet ministers currently serving in the federal government: Mohamed Abdiqadir Haji, Omar Ali Abdi Mohamed, Isaaq Mohamed Mursal, and Mohamed Osman Omar.

This decisive action follows a chaotic session marked by verbal and physical clashes, reportedly triggered by a controversial motion aimed at removing Speaker Madobe from office. Most of the suspended MPs are believed to be among the motion’s key backers.

The incident reflects the deepening rift within Somalia’s political establishment and adds to the already volatile parliamentary atmosphere, where disputes over leadership, constitutional mandates, and procedural rules continue to escalate.