Director of Training at the Electoral Commission, Dr Serebour Quaicoe has revealed that 19 individuals have picked nomination forms to run as independent presidential candidates in the upcoming 2024 election.
In an interview with JoyNews, Dr Quaicoe explained that while there is no cost to picking up the forms, candidates must pay a fee when they submit their completed forms. As a result, some individuals might collect the forms without following through with their candidacy.
He emphasised that while democracy is costly, it ensures that all qualified individuals have the opportunity to participate.
The constitution stipulates that candidates must be at least 40 years old, a taxpayer, and must not hold allegiance to any foreign country.
"Once a person meets these qualifications, they are eligible to obtain the nomination forms," Dr. Quaicoe said.
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