Six applicants including Mariyam Waheeda, who has spent more than 20 years in the media industry have applied for the two vacant position of the Broadcasting Commission of Maldives.
The two positions became available following the resignation of the president of the Commission, Mohamed Shuaib and the removal of the vice president of the Commission Fathimath Zaina, by the Parliament. Out of the individuals who applied for the position of the Commission’s president, Mariyam Waheeda topped the list of those endorsed by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.
Individuals who applied for the position of President of Broadcasting Commission of Maldives
- Mariyam Waheeda, G. Hilman
- Aminath Ameena, Handhuvareege, L. Kunnandhoo
- Imrana Binth Abdullah, M. Courage
- Aishath Dhiyana Thohir, Seven Star, S. Hithadhoo
Out of the individuals who applied for the vacant position of vice president of the commission, Imrana Binth Abdulla topped the list.
Individuals who applied for the position of Vice President of Broadcasting Commission of Maldives
- Imrana Binth Abdullah, M. Courage
- Hassan Irufan, Ma. Bodumaguge
- Dr. Ibrahim Shiyam, M. Kafiyaaview
The names have now been sent to the Independent Commissions Committee of the parliament for further approval.
