Government Oversight Committee

Government Oversight Committee 3rd Meeting of 2026

13 May 2026 Number M20/M/SM/2026/03

Summary

In today’s meeting, the Committee discussed a matter submitted by a private party requesting the Committee to assess how effectively the regulations and guidelines made under Law No. 2/2024 (Occupational Health and Safety Act) are being implemented. Following deliberations, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that a response be sent to the individual incorporating the information received from the Ministry of Higher Education, Labor and Skills Development. The proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.

The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.

The Committee also decided to urge the Ministry to finalize the guidelines and policies mandated under Section 73 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

 

Next, the Committee discussed an issue submitted by North Galolhu Constituency Member Mohamed Ibrahim regarding the operation of harbors servicing international vessels. Following deliberations, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that a response be sent to the petitioner incorporating the information received from the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation. The proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.

The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.


Lastly, the Committee discussed a matter submitted by North Galolhu Constituency Member Mohamed Ibrahim requesting clarification regarding the fire incident that occurred on 12 March 2026 at an accommodation block in Adh. Dhigurah, in which five expatriate workers lost their lives. When the floor was opened for discussion, Felidhoo Constituency Member Adam Zahir proposed that letters be sent to the relevant authorities to obtain further information on the matter. This proposal was seconded by Vilufushi Constituency Member Hassan Waheed.

The motion was passed unanimously by the members present at the time of voting.


(Voting details are provided in the “Votes” section of this page.)


Attendance

Dr. Ahmed Shamheed

South Hulhumale'

Present

Meekail Ahmed Nasym

South Galolhu

Official

Musthafa Hussain

South Mahchangolhi

Present

Mohamed Ismail

Vilimale'

Present

Ahmed Naseer

Ihavandhoo

Present

Abdul Latheef Mohamed

Dhidhdhoo

Present

Adam Zahir

Felidhoo

Present

Ahmed Siyam Mohamed

Meedhoo

Sick Leave

Ali Fazad

Central Fuvahmulah

Present

Abdulla Rasheed

Dhangethi

Sick Leave

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Present

Votes

Vote Details

Mohamed Ismail

Vilimale'

Chairperson

Dr. Ahmed Shamheed

South Hulhumale'

Yes

Meekail Ahmed Nasym

South Galolhu

Absent

Musthafa Hussain

South Mahchangolhi

Yes

Ahmed Naseer

Ihavandhoo

Yes

Abdul Latheef Mohamed

Dhidhdhoo

Yes

Adam Zahir

Felidhoo

Proposed By
Yes

Ahmed Siyam Mohamed

Meedhoo

Absent

Ali Fazad

Central Fuvahmulah

Absent

Abdulla Rasheed

Dhangethi

Absent

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Seconded By
Yes
Total
11
Yes
6
Voted
6
Present
7
No
0
Not Voted
0
Eligible
6
Abstain
0
Vote Required
4
Total
11
Present
7
Eligible
6
Yes
6
No
0
Abstain
0
Voted
6
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
4

Vote Details

Mohamed Ismail

Vilimale'

Chairperson

Dr. Ahmed Shamheed

South Hulhumale'

Yes

Meekail Ahmed Nasym

South Galolhu

Absent

Musthafa Hussain

South Mahchangolhi

Yes

Ahmed Naseer

Ihavandhoo

Yes

Abdul Latheef Mohamed

Dhidhdhoo

Yes

Adam Zahir

Felidhoo

Proposed By
Yes

Ahmed Siyam Mohamed

Meedhoo

Absent

Ali Fazad

Central Fuvahmulah

Absent

Abdulla Rasheed

Dhangethi

Absent

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Seconded By
Yes
Total
11
Yes
6
Voted
6
Present
7
No
0
Not Voted
0
Eligible
6
Abstain
0
Vote Required
4
Total
11
Present
7
Eligible
6
Yes
6
No
0
Abstain
0
Voted
6
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
4

Vote Details

Mohamed Ismail

Vilimale'

Chairperson

Dr. Ahmed Shamheed

South Hulhumale'

Yes

Meekail Ahmed Nasym

South Galolhu

Absent

Musthafa Hussain

South Mahchangolhi

Yes

Ahmed Naseer

Ihavandhoo

Yes

Abdul Latheef Mohamed

Dhidhdhoo

Yes

Adam Zahir

Felidhoo

Proposed By
Yes

Ahmed Siyam Mohamed

Meedhoo

Absent

Ali Fazad

Central Fuvahmulah

Absent

Abdulla Rasheed

Dhangethi

Absent

Hassan Waheed

Vilifushi

Seconded By
Yes
Total
11
Yes
6
Voted
6
Present
7
No
0
Not Voted
0
Eligible
6
Abstain
0
Vote Required
4
Total
11
Present
7
Eligible
6
Yes
6
No
0
Abstain
0
Voted
6
Not Voted
0
Vote Required
4

Works

12 Apr 2026

Issue concerning 5 expats death in fire at accommodation block in ADh. Dhigurah

Ongoing

17 Nov 2025

Issue concerning the operation of ports serving foreign vessels.

Ongoing

10 Sep 2025

Letter sent by individuals / Companies

Ongoing

Attendance Summary

  • Present
    08
  • Absent
    00
  • Simultaneous Committee
    00
  • Sick Leave
    02
  • Leave
    00
  • Official
    01
  • Attendance Not Required
    00

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