Political interference in the role of the electoral office needs to be avoided

By The Editorial Board 17 January 2026, 9:00PM

The cabinet’s explanation of the deferment of the Safata No.1 by-elections seems strange. The cabinet needs to restrain itself from interfering with the electoral process and allow the Office of the Electoral Commission to be independent.

By The Editorial Board 17 January 2026, 9:00PM
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