Deputy Mayor Ahmed Nareesh has assumed the responsibilities of the Mayor of Male' City after Dr. Mohamed Muizzu emerged victorious in the presidential election.
However, Muizzu said he will remain in office as Mayor until his swearing-in ceremony to be held on November 17. Additionally, Muizzu expressed his intention to carefully oversee the transition process before formally assuming governmental duties. He also said that the initiatives outlined in his manifesto would be set in motion under his administration.
Muizzu is set to be sworn in as president creating a vacancy in the position of the Mayor of the Male' City. As such, a by-election will be held to elect a new mayor for the council. Muizzu was elected as Mayor in April 2021.