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Shafaq News
29-03-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Crisis in Nineveh: Deadlock and division jeopardize Provincial Council
Plunged into a deepening political crisis, the Nineveh Provincial Council is grappling with sharp divisions and escalating conflicts among its members following the dismissal of Chairman Ahmed Al-Hasoud. As key blocs clash over critical governance issues, the council's future hangs in the balance, with growing calls for its dissolution if the deadlock persists. Political Deadlock Muhanad Najm Al-Jubouri, head of the United Nineveh Bloc and a member of the Nineveh Provincial Council, told Shafaq News that the council's crises stem from its transformation into a 'political council', and the 'subordination' of Future Nineveh Bloc members (aligned with the Coordination Framework) to the will and directives of political forces and leaders inside and outside the province. United Nineveh leaders have granted their members the authority to make decisions they deem beneficial for the province, he stated, accusing Future Nineveh members of having to consult their leadership in Baghdad and within Nineveh before making any major decisions, which he said was causing dysfunction within the council. For his part, Ahmed Al-Kiki, head of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) bloc in the Nineveh council, noted that a key factor behind the council's escalating disputes was the Future Nineveh Bloc's "betrayal of agreements and the principle of partnership," pointing out that after securing a majority with 16 members, 'the bloc unilaterally made decisions, held sessions independently, and voted alone on the dismissal and appointment of administrative unit heads while disregarding the positions of other blocs.' Turmoil After Chairman's Dismissal The dismissal of Nineveh Council Chairman Al-Hasoud has triggered a new crisis within the council. Regarding this issue, Muhanad Najm Al-Jubouri asserted that the move was 'legal and valid' after 16 members—constituting the required majority of half plus one—voted in favor of his removal. Al-Kiki told Shafaq News that due to the council's failure to hold a session this year, the KDP, United Nineveh, and three Future Nineveh defectors convened to dismiss Al-Hasoud, stresseing that the new majority acted solely on the dismissal and later invited the Future Nineveh to rejoin the council. He described Al-Hasoud's dismissal as "a necessary step to correct the council's course". However, on March 9, the Administrative Judiciary Court suspended the decision to remove Al-Hasoud, citing articles 151 and 152 of the Civil Procedure Law No. 83 of 1969. In response, the United Nineveh (comprising Sunni Arab forces) and the KDP boycotted council sessions in protest against Al-Hasoud's continued tenure despite the council's vote to dismiss him in a session held on March 5. Uncertain Future As crises within the Nineveh Council intensify, public calls for its dissolution are growing, and some political blocs within the council are not ruling out the possibility, especially as a resolution to the disputes remains unclear in the near future. If political conflicts reach a deadlock, dissolving the council could become inevitable, Al-kiki assumed. However, he expressed hope for potential solutions, including removing Al-Hasoud, and restoring genuine partnership and consensus within the council. Political analyst Mustafa Al-Obaidi also reckoned that the deepening disputes during this final term of local councils reinforce arguments for dissolving them, as critics view these bodies as unnecessary and prone to political maneuvering and financial corruption. Regarding a near-term resolution he ruled out this possibility, indicating to Shafaq News, 'The upcoming phase will be marked by parliamentary elections, which will further fuel sectarian and ideological divisions.'
Shafaq News
10-03-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Nineveh: Al-Hasoud returns, investigation continues
Shafaq News/ Iraq's Nineveh Provincial Council Chairman Ahmed Al-Hasoud resumed his duties on Monday after a court issued a precautionary order suspending his dismissal. Speaking at a press conference at the Provincial Council, Al-Hasoud said the Administrative Court's ruling proved his dismissal had been unjust. 'The fair Iraqi judiciary has stood by the oppressed, and we were vindicated by the court's precautionary order,' he told reporters. Al-Hasoud maintained that the session in which his removal was voted on was 'unfair,' pointing out that he would continue to pursue legal avenues until a final ruling is issued. The chairman's return to his duties follows the Administrative Court's ruling to suspend the implementation of his dismissal, which was voted on by the Nineveh Council on March 5. Al-Hasoud was previously dismissed by the Nineveh Provincial Council over reported allegations of falsifying his credentials. He challenged the decision in court, arguing the dismissal violated legal procedures. Earlier today, Iraq's Parliamentary Regions and Provinces committee called on the Supreme Judicial Council to investigate Nineveh Provincial Council Chairman Ahmed Al-Hasoud for allegedly using an unaccredited academic title in official documents. According to a letter signed by the committee's Chairman Khaled Al-Samarrai, Al-Hasoud continues to present himself as a 'Doctor' despite holding only a high school diploma. The letter also claimed that Al-Hasoud obtained a dentistry degree from Ukraine that is not officially recognized under Iraqi regulations, calling it a 'legal violation requiring judicial action.'
Shafaq News
09-03-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Political gridlock: Court reinstates Nineveh Council chairman
Shafaq News/ A deepening political rift has gripped the Nineveh Provincial Council following an administrative court ruling on Sunday that suspended the dismissal of Council Chairman Ahmed Al-Hasoud, further fueling tensions among rival blocs. According to an official court document, the Administrative Court ruled in favor of Al-Hasoud and issued an injunction to halt his removal until a final verdict is reached. The decision, based on Articles 151 and 152 of Iraq's Civil Procedure Law, was described as urgent but subject to appeal. The decision came after Al-Hasoud had filed a legal challenge against his dismissal, arguing that the procedure lacked legal validity. However, several council members maintain that his removal was conducted per constitutional and legal frameworks. His ouster had been backed by a majority vote within the council, reflecting ongoing power struggles between the "Unified Nineveh" bloc, which includes Sunni Arab and Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) members, and the rival "Future Nineveh" coalition. Sources within the council told Shafaq News that the court ruling has further polarized political alliances. While the "Unified Nineveh" bloc sees the decision as a strategic move to restore figures aligned with their interests, their opponents argue that it undermines efforts to hold officials accountable. Political interventions, particularly from senior figures such as Faleh Al-Fayyad, are believed to have played a role in Al-Hasoud's reinstatement, according to insiders. This has sparked public frustration in Mosul, where many residents view the decision as politically motivated rather than legally justified.
Shafaq News
05-03-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Nineveh Council ousts chairman
Shafaq News/ On Wednesday, the Nineveh Provincial Council voted to dismiss its chairman, Ahmed Al-Hasoud, following an interrogation session. According to Shafaq News correspondent, the council convened the session with a quorum of 29 members; 16 members voted against accepting Al-Hasoud's responses to accusations brought by the "Unified Nineveh" bloc, which alleged multiple violations. Following the rejection, the council immediately voted to remove Al-Hasoud from his post. Earlier, sources in the council had told Shafaq News that the interrogation request cited several documented legal violations against Al-Hasoud, including doubts over the authenticity of his academic qualifications, revealing that the bloc intended to question Al-Hasoud over his degree and its equivalency during the session. Shafaq News also obtained official documents regarding Al-Hasoud's academic credentials. The documents unveiled what were described as 'serious academic irregularities,' showing that Al-Hasoud holds a doctoral degree in dentistry despite only possessing a high school diploma in the literary stream. In November 2024, Iraq's Ministry of Higher Education asked the University of Mosul to review his degree, which was ultimately rejected due to failure to meet academic requirements, including the necessary scientific background. For his part, Al-Hasoud said in a statement that the interrogation session was marred by "serious legal violations," explaining that the procedures taken during the session contravened Law No. 21 of 2008 (as amended), as well as Article 30 of the council's internal regulations, which require that questions be delivered to the official under interrogation at least seven days before the session. The questions were filed with the council's records department on March 3, 2025, distributed to members on March 4, and the session was held the following day, March 5. 'These violations rendered the session's actions invalid both procedurally and substantively. Any decisions made during the session are unlawful and I will take all necessary legal measures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations,' he concluded. Regarding Ahmed Al-Hasoud's eligibility to serve as chairman of the Nineveh Provincial Council, an official from the Nineveh Election Commission told Shafaq News that the commission has no role in selecting the council's chair or verifying his academic credentials. The official explained that Iraq's provincial council election law allows parties or electoral lists to nominate up to 20% of their candidates with only a high school diploma or technical degree. However, the selection of the council's chairman is considered an internal matter and falls outside the commission's oversight.
