Abdirahman Hosh Jibril was born on 25 June 1956 in Jowhar, the capital of Middle Shabelle region, part of the present-day Hirshabelle State of Somalia.[1] He completed his primary, intermediate, and secondary education in Jowhar before traveling abroad for higher studies.
He later moved to Canada, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences from a university in Toronto and subsequently studied law at another Canadian institution. Before returning to Somalia, Jibriil worked in Canada’s legal sector, gaining experience in legal administration and public law.[1]
Political career
Transitional Federal Government (2011–2012)
After years abroad, Jibriil returned to Somalia in 2011 during the transitional government led by President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed. In mid-2011, he was appointed as the Minister of Constitutional Affairs and Reconciliation in the Transitional Federal Government.[1]
During his tenure, Jibriil participated in the transition from the National Charter to the Provisional Constitution.[3] The Provisional Constitution was adopted in August 2012, establishing the foundation for Somalia’s federal system. He remained in office until September 2012, when the transitional government’s mandate ended.[2]
Federal Parliament (2012–2017)
Following the political transition, Jibriil became a Member of the Federal Parliament of Somalia, serving from 2012 to 2017. During this period, he was involved in parliamentary work related to constitutional reform and federal governance.[1]
Return as Minister (2017–2019)
In 2017, under President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire, Jibriil was reappointed as Minister of Constitutional Affairs.[2] His work focused on advancing ongoing efforts related to completion of the Provisional Constitution.[3]
Death and legacy
Abdirahman Hosh Jibril died 8 March 2019.[1] The Minister died at a hospital in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a few hours after he was admitted for check-up. Sources say the minister died while undergoing kidney treatment.