The Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) Bayelsa State chapter recently conducted its internal election at the Face Initiative Office, located on INEC Road, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The election, held on the 4th day of September 2023, marked an essential step in the democratic process within the organization.
According to Deputy State Coordinator, Bayelsa East Sarah Evin, the tenure of the elected officials shall be for an initial period of two (2) years, with the provision of not serving more than two terms in the same position.
Prior to the election proceedings, the previous Executive Committee members were formally dissolved by the congress. The event commenced with an opening remark delivered by the immediate past State Coordinator, Mrs. Unity Ototo, setting the stage for the forthcoming electoral process.
The responsibility of presiding over the election fell to TMG Zonal Coordinator, Mr. Sylvester Okoduwa. Candidates vying for various positions were given the opportunity to present brief manifestos outlining their vision and plans for their respective roles.
The election process itself was conducted through a secret ballot system, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the voting process. Accredited voters were provided with pieces of paper to cast their votes by writing down the name of their preferred candidate. This procedure was repeated for all four positions being contested.
Following the conclusion of the election, the results were tallied, and winners were declared. Mr. SERIBO TITUS emerged as the State Coordinator, while SARAH EVIN secured victory as the Deputy State Coordinator for Bayelsa East. Additionally, OMU PRINCE was elected as the Deputy State Coordinator for Bayelsa West, and Pharm. ANTHONY UCHENNA ORUEKEYI emerged victorious as the Deputy State Coordinator for Bayelsa Central.
The election culminated successfully, and the newly elected executives were formally sworn in by the former Zonal Coordinator, High Chief Nengi James. During this ceremony, Mr. James congratulated the incoming executive committee members and offered valuable advice. He urged them to embrace creativity, innovation, and foster a strong sense of teamwork, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and unity within the organization.
