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NewsFormer ruling party official appointed President of EC
Mohamed Shakeel, former PNC Registrar and Hajj Corporation MD, has been appointed President of the Elections Commission. His appointment was approved by the People’s Majlis with 51 votes. Shakeel, who previously served on the commission, replaces Mohamed Zahid following his resignation amid reported government pressure.
NewsFormer ruling party official appointed to Elections Commission
Mohamed Shakeel, former Registrar of the ruling PNC, has been appointed to the Maldives Elections Commission after a 51-7 parliamentary vote. He resigned as Hajj Corporation MD to take the role, which marks his second tenure at the EC. His appointment faces scrutiny due to his vocal support for the President and past corruption allegations.
