Person
Meekail Ahmed Naseem
Described in the news as: South Galolhu MP; Galolhu South MP; MDP MP; Member for the South Galolhu constituency.
In the news, last 90 days
Education
Majlis seeks public input on homeschooling amendment
The People's Majlis has opened a public consultation on a proposed Education Act amendment, introduced by Huraa MP Anara Naeem, that would allow homeschooling for children with specified disabilities or special circumstances. Feedback can be submitted by 2:00 pm on November 12, and the bill has drawn criticism from former officials and an MP who warned of possible exploitation without a robust regulatory framework.
Politics
MDP MPs warn rule changes now block minority from raising urgent issues
MDP MPs said that amendments to the Rules of Procedure in the 20th Parliament have closed the door on opposition members moving and debating resolutions, limiting their ability to raise urgent public concerns. The rules were changed in late October to require a vote on the adoption of resolutions before any debate takes place.
Politics
MDP: Saeed failed to address allegations; wasted one hour with ‘empty talk’
Lawmakers from the main opposition MDP said Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed failed to address the allegations in their no-confidence motion, accusing him of filling his allotted hour with 'empty talk'. The motion was defeated by a 54-10 vote on Wednesday afternoon, with the ruling PNC holding a supermajority of 75 of 93 seats.
Politics
Parliament rejects resolution opposing government acquisition of 14 land plots in Male'
The People's Majlis rejected a resolution by MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem arguing that the Ministry of Housing, Land, and Urban Development's transfer of 14 land plots from Male' City Council jurisdiction to state ownership undermined decentralization. During Wednesday's session, 52 of the 63 members present voted against debating the motion.
Politics
MDP not an individual, proven at National Council: Meekail
South Galolhu MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem criticised Baarah MP Ibrahim Shujau during a Parliament sitting for claiming the opposition MDP shares Mohamed Nasheed's views opposing the homeschooling bill, saying MDP is not one individual and that its National Council had passed a resolution opposing Nasheed's opinions. The bill to amend the Education Act to introduce homeschooling provisions was debated, with allegations raised that it was submitted to suppress talk of the Rasmale' project and silence a religious organisation.
Politics
Nasheed warns MDP against embracing ‘Xenophobic and Ultra Nationalistic Rhetoric’
Former President and MDP Chairperson Mohamed Nasheed criticised the party for embracing what he called 'xenophobic and ultra nationalistic rhetoric', warning it risks eroding the party's identity. The remarks come amid internal MDP disagreement over the government's Ras Malé development agreement signed with UAE-based Eagle Hills on September 21.
Politics · Opinion
Pres. Muizzu vs undeniable record on banning Israeli passports
An opinion piece arguing that President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's claim to have pioneered the ban on Israeli passport holders is a distortion of the recorded legislative timeline. It traces the Immigration Act revision to MDP MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem in May 2023 and says the bill stalled in the 241 Committee for over a year before public demonstrations forced action.
Politics
We have not witnessed influence of a foreign billionaire over the state reach such heights in our recent history; this is a deeply alarming development: Meekail
MP Meekail Ahmed Naseem said the extent of a foreign billionaire's influence over the Maldivian state is unprecedented in recent history and deeply alarming. Appearing on RaajjeTV's "Fala Surukhee" program, he criticized the reported permanent handover of the Ras Male' project to Eagle Hills, citing constitutional and parliamentary changes made within 24-hour periods and a lack of transparency.
Economy
Meekail: Regime mocks ‘land from the sea’ but throws $700m into ocean amid dollar crisis
MP for South Galolhu Meekail Ahmed Naseem said the government has wasted $700 million on the Ras Male' project while Maldivians face a severe dollar shortage and PSIP projects stall. Speaking on RaajjeTV's "Fala Surukhee" program, he said the dollar exchange rate reached 23 on 30 Oct and alleged the government is using its power to pass laws prohibiting discussion of the matter.
Politics
Bill on homeschooling is a calculated move to keep girls out of school: Nasheed
Opposition MDP chairperson and former president Mohamed Nasheed claimed a proposed education amendment allowing homeschooling is a calculated move to keep girls out of school. The bill, submitted by Huraa MP Anara Naeem, would exempt children with severe disabilities from compulsory education, and MDP lawmakers raised concerns during the floor debate.
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