Sharjah Ruler forms Al Riqa Suburb Council

May 15, 2025 / 1:21 PM

Sharjah 24: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced the creation of a new local council called the Al Riqa Suburb Council in Sharjah.

The council will be led by Humaid Mohammed Al Omrani Al Shamsi and will include the following members:

1. Ammar Salem Al Nuaimi

2. Ali Sharif Al Hawai

3. Maid Khalaf Salem Al Owais

4. Mohammed Khalfan Huraimel Al Shamsi

5. Mohammed Obaid Rashid Al Nuaimi

6. Rafia Rashid Ghanem Al Shamsi

7. Fatima Khalfan Obaid Al Alili

The decree further delineated that the council shall elect a vice president during its inaugural meeting from among its members, either through consensus or by means of a direct secret ballot, requiring a majority of those present. The vice president shall assume the responsibilities of the council president in the event of the latter's absence or vacancy.

Additionally, the decree specified that the term of membership on the suburb council shall be four years, commencing from the date of its establishment. The council shall retain its functions and responsibilities beyond the expiration of its term until a new council is appointed. Individuals whose terms have concluded may be reappointed for an additional term.