President Muizzu has appointed Abdul Azeez Jamaal Abu-Bakur as the Maldives’ new Information Commissioner, according to an official statement released by the President’s Office.
The appointment follows the conclusion of the previous commissioner’s term and adheres to statutory requirements under Article 44(d) of the Right to Information Act (Act No. 1/2014). The President submitted the nomination to the People’s Majlis, where parliament members subsequently approved the candidacy.
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According to details provided in the official release, Azeez brings prior experience to the role, having previously served as Information Commissioner between 2014 and 2019.
In addition to his prior tenure as Information Commissioner, the statement notes that he has held several senior positions across government. His public service record includes roles as Minister of State for Islamic Affairs and, most recently, Minister of State for Dhivehi Language, Culture and Heritage.
