The Somaliland Supreme Court has ruled that the arrest of opposition Awdal region MP Mohamed Abiib Yusuf was unlawful, demanding his immediate release from Madera prison.
The court cited the House of Representatives’ majority vote rejecting the withdrawal of Yusuf’s parliamentary immunity, deeming his imprisonment illegal under the Somaliland Constitution.
Yusuf, who opposes Somaliland President Muse Bihi, was detained after returning from the UAE and charged with treason, discrediting the armed forces, and undermining national interests.
His arrest faced widespread criticism for violating constitutional rights.