MELAKA: The state election here saw at least 189 nomination forms sold as of Thursday night, with 45 prospective candidates having paid their deposits, according to Election Commission (EC) chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun (pic).
He said 28 nomination centres will open simultaneously across the state from 9am to 10am today for the nomination process.
“To ensure a smooth process, we urge all prospective candidates to arrive early so that EC staff can thoroughly verify their documents and avoid any issues that could affect their participation in the election.
“We do not want any problems that might prevent someone from contesting or cause similar complications.
“We are trying to avoid that,” he told reporters after observing a nomination simulation at the Ballroom Hall of Stadium Hang Jebat in Paya Rumput here yesterday, Bernama reported.
Ramlan said there were 28 nomination centres with 80 assistant returning officers and other officers assisting the returning officers.
He reminded supporters of contesting parties to comply with directives and established regulations to ensure the nomination process takes place in a peaceful and orderly manner.
“The public is also advised to take note of possible road closures around nomination centres to facilitate movement and avoid congestion,” he said.
Ramlan added that the Malaysian Meteorological Department forecasts fair weather today and hopes the nomination process will proceed without disruption.
The EC has set Nov 14 as the polling day for the Melaka election, with early voting on Nov 10.
