EC to hold elections for regional representatives to Council of State on February 111
Jean Mensa is the Chairperson of the EC
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced its plans to conduct elections for regional representatives to the Council of State on February 11, 2025, in
line with Paragraph (C), Clause (2) of Article 89 of the 1992 Constitution.
The elections will take place in all regional capitals, at venues to be determined by the commission.
This announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Chairperson of the EC, Jean Mensa, on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
“Qualified persons who intend to stand for the said elections should submit their nomination forms with two (2) copies of a recent bust sized photograph against a RED background showing their full face and ears. The nomination forms shall be submitted to the Regional Director of their respective regions from Tuesday, January 28, to Friday, January 31, 2025, between the hours of 9.00 am and 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm each day,” it stated.
The EC further emphasised the importance of adhering to the submission process.
“Completed nomination forms must be delivered to the Regional Director of the Electoral Commission at the place designated for the receipt of the nominations and at the time specified above,” it noted.
The EC encouraged eligible individuals to take part in the process.
“We urge all qualified candidates and voters to participate actively to ensure a smooth and transparent electoral process,” it added.
Read the full statement below:
