Public Service Media (PSM) will broadcast a special debate programme for the candidates running for the Male' City mayoral by-election.
The position of Male’ City mayor became vacant after President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu resigned to assume office in November. The mayoral election will be held on January 13. Notable candidates expressing their intention to participate in the Male' mayoral by-election include former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) Adam Azim, the incumbent City Councilor Mohamed Saif Fathih, Former Attorney General (AG) Azima Shukoor, and former Commissioner of Police Hussain Waheed.
During the PSM debate programme, the candidates will be given the opportunity to provide information about their vision for the development of Male' City and the work they plan to do. The debate will also be an opportunity for residents of Male' City to vote for the most suitable mayor. PSM will be announcing the date for the debate programme and will be inviting all the candidates. In addition to the mayoral debate, on-air time will be allocated to present the candidates' policies.