Ethnicity and diversity have become important factors in the organisation of multiparty democratic elections, especially in many emerging democratic societies, such as in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In some countries, this has had an effect on public expectations of the EMB. Many stakeholders in elections in Nigeria have expressed strong views that the electoral system in that country should be reviewed to take full account of the ethnicity (diversity) issues that give rise to frequent regional and local conflicts. Through a selection and appointment of its members and senior staff that considers ethnic, regional, and linguistic balance, the EMB can convey a positive signal about the inclusiveness of the EMB’s management. This approach is more likely to gain the confidence and support of all ethnic groups for the EMB’s credibility and even-handedness, with positive effects on the eventual acceptance of election results.