An arrest warrant has been issued for Jubaland President Ahmed Madobe, following his third re-election in the region’s presidential election on November 25.
The Banadir Regional Court stated that Madobe’s third term in office violated the constitution and charged him with “treason,” ordering his detention and trial.
The Somali government also declared the election illegal, noting that the state constitution limits presidents to two terms.
In response, Madobe reportedly issued an arrest order against Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
The Somali government had previously set a schedule for regional elections in June 2025 and national elections in September 2025, but Jubaland and Puntland boycotted the meeting, objecting to the plan. This disagreement has fueled tensions between the central government and the regional states.