An elderly woman in a hijab holding a little girl's hand, seen from behind, facing the sunset by the sea – 14 November 2026, Ministry of Arts, Culture and Heritage

President Establishes Council of Eminent Persons to Advise on National Affairs

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has established a Council of Eminent Persons to advise him on matters concerning national affairs and the governance of the country.

According to the President’s Office, the council was formed to provide advice to the President on matters requiring consultation, particularly in relation to strengthening national governance, improving the administration of government affairs, and addressing issues facing the country.

The council, chaired by the President, has been named the Council of Eminent Persons for National Dignity.

The 12 members appointed to the council are:

  1. Abdullah Kamaluddin, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, Ma. Aanu Veli
  2. Abbas Ibrahim, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, M. Silvercloud
  3. Abdul Rasheed Hussain, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, Ma. Uraha
  4. Aneesa Ahmed, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, M. Lonuvelli
  5. Major General (Retired) Moosa Ali Jaleel, recipient of the Nishan Askari, H. Raalhaahaa
  6. Dr Mohamed Latheef, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, Ma. Kinbi
  7. Uz. Ibrahim Rasheed Moosa, recipient of the Nishan Izzuddin, H. Meerubahurugé Aage
  8. Ibrahim Ismail Ali, recipient of the Nishan Muleege Sharaf, M. Mahmaavila
  9. Ahmed Naseem, recipient of the Nishan Muleege Sharaf, H. Hikifinifenmaage
  10. Badrunnaseer, recipient of the Nishan Dhiyamigili Sharaf, Ma. Viluvéli
  11. Adam Abdurrahman, recipient of the Nishan Dhiyamigili Sharaf, Alimasge, HA. Utheemu
  12. Uz. Ahmed Shakir, recipient of the Nishan Dhiyamigili Sharaf, Ma. Kashima

President Muizzu first announced plans to establish the council during his official Republic Day ceremony earlier this year.

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