MOGADISHU, Somalia – The leadership of the National Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (NIEBC) convened a major preparatory meeting today with the operational staff tasked with managing the polling stations for the upcoming local elections. Chairman Abdikarim Ahmed Hassan, alongside Deputy Chairman Sadiq Abshir Garad, addressed the gathered workforce at the commission’s headquarters to outline the critical procedures and ethical standards required for the December 25th vote.
During the extensive briefing, Chairman Abdikarim Ahmed Hassan emphasized the magnitude of the responsibility resting on the shoulders of the election workers. He urged the staff to execute their duties with the highest degree of integrity and adherence to core principles of public service. The Chairman stressed that the workers must serve the community tirelessly and transparently, ensuring that every citizen can cast their ballot in a fair and organized environment.
The event was attended by a large number of election officials and volunteers, many seen wearing high-visibility vests, signaling their readiness for deployment. The Deputy Chairman, Mr. Sadiq Abshir Garad, stood alongside the Chairman during the address, reinforcing the commission’s unified message of diligence and neutrality as the country approaches this democratic milestone.
This briefing serves as one of the final operational steps before the capital witnesses a transformative event. On December 25, the residents of Mogadishu will head to the polls to participate in a one-person, one-vote election. This historic exercise represents a significant leap forward for local governance, allowing citizens to directly choose their representatives through a democratic ballot.
