The Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone, through its Facebook Page, announced that it has addressed the concerns raised by political parties regarding the black and white photos of aspirants from the West Region in the Final Voter List (FVL). In response to the concerns, the Electoral Commission has replaced the copies of the FVL provided to political parties with colored photos, similar to those of the other regions.
The issue of the aspirants' photos in black and white had gained significant attention on social media and other platforms, with users expressing their difficulty in properly recognizing the candidates from the West Region. Many individuals raised concerns about the potential impact of this defect on the candidate selection process during the upcoming election, scheduled for June 24, 2023.
The decision of the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone to publish coloured photos of the aspirants is a positive step towards ensuring transparency, peace, and harmony during the 2023 elections. By addressing the concerns promptly, the Electoral Commission aims to instill confidence in the electoral process and assure the public that they are actively addressing any issues raised.
Given the comments from social media users questioning the effectiveness of the upcoming election, it is clear that people want to have faith in a reliable and efficient system. They rely on the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone to proactively communicate and address any concerns that may arise, further reinforcing trust in the electoral process.