ACE Electoral News

ACE Electoral News

Why 2011 poll will make or mar Nigeria – Prof Hagher, Vanguard (2010)

This article feature an interview to Prof. Iyorwuese Hagher, Nigerian university processor and diplomat. Prof. Hagher discusses the major issues that could undermine the 2011 general elections, and calls for deeper dialogue among the country's leaders. The Professor further discusses the zoning arrangements and the role of political parties in Nigeria.

Bahrainis abroad cast their votes, Gulf Daily News (2010)

Bahrainis living abroad voted again on 26 October, ahead of the second round of parliament elections on 30 October. A total of 415 voters were registered to cast their ballots at 24 embassies around the globe.

Jordan’s Parliamentary Elections and the Islamist Boycott, Carnegie Endowment (2010)

This article is on the Islamic boycott to Jordanian Elections. Despite efforts by Jordanian Prime to dissuade the Muslim Brotherhood from its decision to boycott the November 9 parliamentary elections, the Brotherhood has held its ground, with all attempts at mediation by politicians and officials falling short.

Mirlande Manigat, Jude Célestin lead in Haiti's presidential race, poll says, The Miami Herald (2010)

This article reports on the latest opinion poll in Haiti. According to the poll, two candidates are gaining popularity: former first lady and longtime opposition leader Mirlande Manigat (23.1%) and Jude Célestin (21.3%), President René Préval's chosen successor.

Journalist bus attacked on Haiti campaign trail, The Washington Post (2010)

This article reports on the attack against a bus carrying journalists who were covering the electoral campaign for the upcoming presidential elections. The Haitian journalists were attacked while following one candidate in particular, Jacques Edouard Alexis, a front-runner in the electoral race.

Party official concerned about proposed Guinea vote date, VOA News (2010)

This article reports on the statements of the Union of Democratic Forces in Guinea (UDFG) about the new date for the runoff election in Guinea (October 31). A party's senior member expressed concerned about the new date, arguing that many Guineans will be disenfranchised. A senior adviser of the leading candidate, Cellou Dalein Diallo, also expressed concerns about this date and the failure to address the reported voter irregularities ahead of the proposed date.

OSCE publishes the report for Albania in September, Albeu (2011)

OSCE is preparing a report about Albania`s current political situation including the elections were held on 8 May 2011. It will be reported to the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna in early September.

Malaysia: Merlimau Postal Voters Cast Ballots Today, Bernama (2011).

This article discusses postal voting by police personnel in the Merlimau by-elections.

Philippines: House vote to postpone ARMM polls draws near, Philippine Daily Inquirer (2011).

This article discusses the vote in the House of Representatives for postponement of elections in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).

Singapore: Map of Electoral Divisions (2011).

This is the electoral divisions map for next Singapore General elections with total of 27 constituencies.

Viet Nam: Leader asks nation to promote NA elections, Viet Nam News Agency (2011).

This article discusses the preparation and voter information for the 13th NA and People's Councils elections.

Thailand: PM firm on House dissolution, election, Bangkok Post (2011).

This article discusses Thailand Prime Minister’s statement on House of Representative dissolution to prepare for next general elections.

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Malaysia: Postal Voting In Kerdau Begins, Bernama (2011).

This article discusses postal voting conducted for the Kerdau by-election for police and election commission staff.

Pakistan: Zardari orders early change in LG law, The Nation (2011)

The article discusses the Pakistani president Zardari's views on local government elections. President has ordered the Sindh government to start preparations for this year's local elections and emphasizes the need to create a more uniform LG law.

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3 candidates to dominate Peru's presidential race: analyst, The People's Daily Online (2011)

This article presents the three presidential candidates who are leading the opinion polls in Peru. Former president Alejandro Toledo, former Lima mayor Luis Castaneda and Congresswoman Keiko Fujimor , daughter of former president Alberto Fujimori, appear to have a clear advantage over the other candidates, and according to most experts it is unlikely that other candidates will raise in future surveys.

Russia: Parliament deputies to discuss election laws with Medvedev, RIA Novosti (2011)

This article reports on the discussions between representatives of parliamentary parties and President Dmitry Medvedev about the election legislation for the 2011 regional and parliamentary elections. The focus of this talks will be inter-ethnic relations, as well as promotion of patriotism.

India: EC worried about coercion, The Times of India (2011)

The article reports on the work of the Election Commission team in south Bengal. Among other things, the team is investigating about voter intimidation in the state. The team asked the senior administrative officials to identify the people responsible of creating fear psychosis among the electorate and free the election machinery of such elements.

India: EC team meets West Bengal officials, The Hindu (2011)

This article reports on the six-member special team sent by the Election Commission to assess the law and order situation in Bengal. So far, the Team has discussed the main issues with the District Magistrates (DMs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) of 11 districts, focusing mostly on the situation in south Bengal.