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Change is just around the corner: Fakhruddin

Dunya News

Fakhruddin G. Ibrahim was nominated for the post of Chief Election Commissioner on Monday.

Talking to media on Tuesday, Fakhruddin G. Ibrahim said he is against dual-nationality of the parliamentarians, adding that it would be ‘disastrous’ if voting does not take place.He also said change is just around the corner and people should get ready.Former Governor Singh Justice (retd) Fakhrudding G Ibrahim was nominated as Chief Election Commissioner on Monday by the Parliamentary Committee set up for appointment of new CEC. His appointment was made unanimously.Farkhruddin said notification regarding his appointment as Chief Election Commissioner has not been finalised yet but it is expected soon.Mr. Ibrahim said every work will be done through mutual understanding, however,the general elections date would be announced by the Prime Minister.He said the post of Chief Election Commissioner and holding of free‚ fairand impartial elections would be a challenge for him.He also urged media and civil society to play their role for transparent elections.