On May 28, 2023, President Hassan Sheikh of Somalia announced plans to implement universal suffrage, replacing the clan-based election system.

This decision was reached following a four-day conference in Mogadishu, where the National Consultative Council (NCC) agreed to transition to direct universal suffrage by 2024, eliminating the 4.5 clan-based voting system.

Analysts argue that the President's unilateral pursuit of constitutional changes lacks sufficient consultation with crucial Somali stakeholders, including political figures, cultural elders, and Federal Member States like Puntland and Somaliland.

[2] On 27 November 2023. a group of Federal Parliament of Somalia announced the establishment of the National Correction Caucus, claiming it is designed to protect the country's constitutional framework.

This move aims to address longstanding challenges and establish a comprehensive legal framework that reflects the aspirations of Somalia's diverse populace.

However, the recent opposition from various political figures and factions, including Puntland and other key stakeholders concerned about the inclusivity and transparency of the ongoing constitutional reform efforts.

[9] Puntland's denial resulted in concerns over the rushed nature of the amendment process and the lack of genuine public participation.

Somaliland authorities maintain that they have never been party to the constitution utilized by Somalia, underlining their longstanding separation from the central government's legal framework.

[4] Ali Hassan Mohamed, Somaliland's minister for information, reiterated the region's stance, asserting that they are unaffected by outcomes in Mogadishu.

Despite this, Somaliland has pursued agreements with neighboring countries like Ethiopia, aimed at potentially securing recognition as a sovereign state.

Over 70 members from both chambers of the federal parliament strongly opposed President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's plans to amend the country's provisional constitution following a meeting in Mogadishu.

[18] On May 9, 2024, Isha Dyfan, the Sierra Leonean lawyer represent United Nations Expert on Human Rights in Somalia, visited the country for five days.

[21] This happened because the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), refused the federal government's request to take control of Kismayo port by force.

[29][30] At the end of the battle, Jubaland captured hundreds of Somali soldiers and took back Ras Kamboni, Lower Juba.