NEFF Urges President Mbumba to Dismiss ECN Leadership Over Election Concerns. The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters (NEFF) have called on President Nangolo Mbumba to take immediate action by removing the leadership of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN). In a press statement, the political party expressed concerns about the commission’s handling of the country’s electoral processes. According to the NEFF, the current ECN leadership has shown a lack of competence in managing the commission, which has impacted the ability to conduct free, fair, and credible elections.
The NEFF argues that this failure has undermined the fundamental principles of democracy in Namibia. It has also contributed to a loss of confidence among the Namibian public regarding the integrity of the nation’s electoral system. As a result, the party has called for an urgent intervention by the president, urging him to remove the current ECN commissioners without delay.
The party’s statement highlights the growing dissatisfaction with the ECN leadership following the controversial national elections held last year. In response to calls for their resignation, the commissioners directed critics to follow the procedures outlined in the Electoral Act, which specifies that the president can dismiss a member of the commission if they are found guilty of neglecting their duties or engaging in misconduct. However, this process also requires the approval of the National Assembly.
The NEFF’s demand for the removal of the ECN leadership comes at a time when trust in the electoral process is increasingly being questioned. Political parties and citizens alike have expressed concerns about the fairness and transparency of elections in the country. The call for action from the NEFF is part of a broader effort to ensure that the next electoral cycle is conducted with the highest standards of integrity and fairness, restoring public confidence in the democratic process.
The matter is expected to continue to be a point of contention, with political parties and civil society organizations closely monitoring developments. The NEFF’s call for a change in leadership at the ECN underscores the importance of electoral bodies being both efficient and trustworthy in ensuring that democratic processes are carried out in a transparent and impartial manner. For many, the credibility of the ECN is vital to the continued stability of Namibia’s democracy.