Local Council Elections 2026

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Former MTDC Managing Director Thazmeel Abdul Samad speaking during RaajjeTV’s "Fala Surukhee" program. | RaajjeMV

No matter how much this administration plays on the defensive, they will never regain the public's trust: Thazmeel

During a press conference held by the MDP, the Parliamentary Group shared the government reform measures approved by the committee. | RaajjeMV

MDP takes to the streets, calling on government to implement 12 urgent reforms for the sake of national security, citing a total loss of public confidence in President Muizzu

Retired Brigadier General Faruhath Shaheer resigned as CEO of MIFCO in April 2026. | RaajjeMV

Disposable heroes: how Muizzu administration is shredding military reputations for political cover

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. | President's Office

If Muizzu wishes to govern for the remainder of his term, he must listen to people and reform policies: Solih

The President of the Elections Commission (EC), Mohamed Zahid, speaking regarding matters related to elections. | RaajjeMV

170 complaints filed regarding three elections; legal recourse available if Commission's response is unsatisfactory: Zahid

Among the elections held on April 4, | EC

Runoff elections for remaining constituencies scheduled to take place next Saturday

Recounting of votes underway for M. Veyvah. | PSM

MDP maintains lead over PNC after recount of Veyvah Council seat

A scene from the vote counting process during the local council elections held on April 4. | EC

Government has lost the Meedhoo Council presidency after a recount, triggered by the invalidation of a fraudulent vote cast for the PNC candidate, resulted in a tie

From a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers held by the government. | President's Office

Not even a single pill is available to public under this administration; questions must be raised regarding how budget is being exhausted: Nazil

LCE, WDC, and referendum elections 2026. | Elections Commission

The credit grab: why politicians are failing to realize they weren’t election heroes

Following the dissolution of atoll councils, the Ministry of Local Government in Malé has decided to take over the direct administration of atoll offices. | LGA

Newly elected councilors to be sworn in on May 17

Privatization and Corporatization Board (PCB). | RaajjeMV

State-owned enterprises ordered to freeze hiring and promotions following pre-election surge in appointments

(L-R) Gappo, President Solih, President Nasheed, Shahid, and Fayyaz participate in a march held to conclude the local council election campaign. | MDP

Fayyaz and Nasheed called saying a decision would be made after committee discussions, next came news of the boycott: Ghafoor

Abdulla Waheed, the President of the Dhidhdhoo Constituency, who was appointed as the MDP spokesperson for the Local Council Elections. | RaajjeMV

Saturday's election was the most poorly organized and poorly planned election in Maldivian history: MDP

From the ongoing protest in Manadhoo. | RaajjeMV

Protests erupt in Manadhoo after voter from different constituency casts ballot in local ballot box

MDP Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail speaking during RaajjeTV’s "Falas Surukhee" program. | RaajjeMV

Ghafoor to President Muizzu: "The bag is empty now. You cannot keep holding onto it by trying to refill it."

Allegations have been leveled against the Elections Commission, accusing the body of rigging the vote to ensure victory for PNC candidate Suha Ibrahim in the election held to select the President of the Dhaalu Meedhoo Council. | RaajjeMV

PNC candidate for Dh. Meedhoo accused of vote rigging; EC results show Meedhoo resident allegedly cast ballot in L. Fonadhoo box

City Mayors: Addu City Mayor Nizar, Male' City Mayor Azim, Thinadhoo City Mayor Adam Azim, Kulhuduffushi City Mayor Athif, and Fuvahmulah City Mayor Ismail. | Social Media

PNC secures 5 seats in cities, while MDP claims 46

A member of the public arrives to cast their ballot during the local council elections held on Saturday. | RaajjeMV

This marks the highest voter turnout ever recorded in a local council election

Local Council Elections, Women's Development Committee Elections, and public referendums. | EC

Misuse of State Resources and Risk of Political Influence Loom Over Election: Transparency Maldives

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