NEC Announces Provisional Candidates for Nimba Senatorial By-Election

The NEC has revealed the provisional list of eight candidates for the Nimba County Senatorial By-Election, set for April 22, 2025. The list includes various independent candidates and representatives from political parties. The scrutiny process is ongoing, with the possibility of challenges affecting the final list.

The National Elections Commission (NEC) of Liberia has announced a provisional list of eight candidates for the Nimba County Senatorial By-Election, scheduled for April 22, 2025. This list features a mix of independent candidates and those affiliated with political parties, highlighting the competitive nature of the upcoming election.

The candidates include Torbor Tee Wonokay Famgalo (Independent), B. Mack Gblinwon (Citizens Movement for Change – CMC), Edith Lianue Gongloe-Weh (Independent), George Parkinson Gonpu (African Democratic Movement), Samuel Gongben Kogar (Movement for Democracy and Reconstruction – MDR), Richard Matenckay Tingban (VOLT), Garrison Doldeh Yealue, Jr. (Independent), and Justin Oldpa Yeazeahn, commonly known as Prophet Key (Independent).

The NEC has emphasized that the scrutiny process for these candidates is still ongoing. Any aspirant or political party is permitted to file challenges as per electoral laws, and the final list of candidates may be revised following the completion of this evaluation process.

The NEC’s announcement of the provisional candidate list for the Nimba County Senatorial By-Election signifies an important step in Liberia’s electoral process. The mix of independent and party-affiliated candidates reflects a diverse electoral landscape. As the scrutiny continues, potential challenges may lead to changes in the final candidate lineup.

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