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Djibouti Parliament Removes Presidential Age Limit, Paving Way for Ismail Omar Guelleh’s Sixth Term Bid

Djibouti’s parliament has unanimously voted to remove the presidential age limit, clearing a key legal hurdle that could allow President Ismail Omar Guelleh (IOG) to seek a sixth term in office. The amendment, passed on Sunday, October 26, 2025, eliminates the constitutional provision that barred candidates aged over 75 from…