Parliamentary Committee Investigates Dual Citizenship of Cabinet Ministers

The Parliament Committee on Government Oversight is investigating the citizenship status of cabinet ministers appointed by President Mohamed Muizzu, following concerns about potential dual citizenship. Article 130(a) of the Constitution requires ministers to hold sole citizenship. The committee requested information from immigration authorities but was told it was beyond their remit. Housing Minister Dr Ali Haider confirmed he had relinquished British citizenship. The committee faces procedural challenges due to a Supreme Court ruling that prohibits summoning ministers to parliament for appointment review. The committee will compile a report for the President's Office and has postponed approval of cabinet appointments until a thorough review.

The Parliament Committee on Government Oversight is investigating the citizenship status of cabinet ministers appointed by President Mohamed Muizzu, following concerns about potential dual citizenship. Article 130(a) of the Constitution requires ministers to hold sole citizenship. The committee requested information from immigration authorities but was told it was beyond their remit. Housing Minister Dr Ali Haider confirmed he had relinquished British citizenship. The committee faces procedural challenges due to a Supreme Court ruling that prohibits summoning ministers to parliament for appointment review. The committee will compile a report for the President's Office and has postponed approval of cabinet appointments until a thorough review.

The Parliament Committee on Government Oversight is investigating the citizenship status of cabinet ministers appointed by President Mohamed Muizzu, following concerns about potential dual citizenship. Article 130(a) of the Constitution requires ministers to hold sole citizenship. The committee requested information from immigration authorities but was told it was beyond their remit. Housing Minister Dr Ali Haider confirmed he had relinquished British citizenship. The committee faces procedural challenges due to a Supreme Court ruling that prohibits summoning ministers to parliament for appointment review. The committee will compile a report for the President's Office and has postponed approval of cabinet appointments until a thorough review.

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