16 individuals have applied to become a member of Elections Commission (EC) of the Maldives
The electoral watchdog announced the membership vacancy as the duration of current commission member Ismail Habeeb's membership will expire next month. The duration of term of an EC member is five years.
Chief Communication Strategist and Spokesperson Ibrahim Hood confirmed to AVAS that 14 individuals have applied for the soon-to-be vacant post, and the names have already been sent to the President's Office. The names will be sent to the Parliament this week to elect a member for the commission, said Hood.