PPRC Directs APC to Submit Flagbearer Candidate Documents for Vetting

PPRC Directs APC to Submit Flagbearer Candidate Documents for Vetting

The Political Parties Registration Commission (PPRC) has formally instructed the All Peoples Congress (APC) Secretary General, Lansana Dumbuya, to furnish documentation pertaining to all party flagbearer candidates. This directive is integral to the commission's ongoing commitment to ensuring transparency, rigorous vetting, and adherence to party regulations concerning eligibility for elective positions.

The PPRC has specified that the required documentation must encompass the application dates, completed application forms, and all supplementary materials necessary for comprehensive verification of each candidate. This measure is designed to confirm that all aspirants satisfy the party's prerequisites prior to contesting internal elections.

PPRC regulations governing the APC mandate the public announcement of all elective positions, complete with explicit application deadlines and precise eligibility criteria for each role. By issuing this directive, the commission is upholding these requirements and guaranteeing that the party's internal processes are both transparent and compliant with national electoral legislation.

This commission action stems from previously raised concerns regarding potential inconsistencies in candidate eligibility and constitutes part of a broader oversight effort aimed at preserving the integrity of the nomination process. Mr. Dumbuya is expected to submit the requested documents within the timeframe stipulated by the PPRC.

As of the time of this report, the APC has not released a formal public statement in response to the commission’s directive. Party officials are anticipated to comply with the order while simultaneously reviewing internal procedures to mitigate future procedural irregularities.

The PPRC’s intervention underscores the paramount importance of accountability and proper vetting within political organizations, highlighting the regulatory body's crucial role in ensuring fair and transparent internal elections across Sierra Leone.