President nominates Mohamed Abdulla, Muaz for Broadcom

President Mohamed Muizzu has nominated former MP Mohamed Abdulla and former President Abdulla Yameen's spokesperson, Ibrahim Muaz Ali, for the two vacant positions on the Maldives Broadcasting Commission.

The nominations follow the expiration of the terms of Chairperson Mariyam Waheeda and Member Ali Yousuf on December 5.

The list of eligible candidates, arranged in the president's order of priority, was submitted to parliament Thursday. The order is as follows:

The independent institutions committee of parliament has begun interviewing the candidates, starting with those listed as higher priority by the president.

Ibrahim Muaz Ali, one of the president's top nominees, has a background in both media and politics. He previously worked with Television Maldives (TVM) before transitioning into political roles, including serving as Yameen’s spokesperson. Muaz has also been associated with multiple political parties, including the Maldives Democratic Party (MDP), where he participated in President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's campaign. Additionally, he has been involved with the Maldives Thirdway Democrats (MTD) and contested the parliamentary elections for the Maavashu constituency.

Mohamed Abdulla, also prioritised by the president, is a former parliamentarian who transitioned from entertainment to politics. He previously participated in his party's primary elections to contest parliamentary seats.

The Maldives Broadcasting Commission currently comprises Vice Chairperson Mohamed Fazeen and members Aminath Amina, Shifla Ibrahim, Safa Shafeeq, and Aminath Nuzuha.

Parliament is expected to finalise the appointments following the committee's review process.