The National Assembly has approved a two-week extension for the recruitment of persons for appointment as the chairperson and members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
Initially, the committee responsible for selecting new IEBC commissioners was supposed to finish the selection process by April 28, 2025. However, the National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed moved the motion on Wednesday, April 2, highlighting the importance of allowing the IEBC selection panel adequate time to conduct a thorough vetting process. "The Selection Panel is currently undertaking the interviews of the shortlisted candidates for the positions of Chairperson and Members of the IEBC and that, given the interview schedule of all shortlisted applicants, the Panel has inadequate time to conclude the recruitment process," Junet stated.
A section of Members of Parliament from the majority side during a previous proceeding.
Photo National Assembly He added that this will help in ensuring the recruitment process complies with constitutional principles. "To ensure regional balance, representation of the youth, and overall inclusivity, while ensuring that the interviews are conducted as far as is practicable within official working days and hours, we have to give the panel more time," he added.
