President Muizzu Accepts Election Results, Vows Improvements

President Mohamed Muizzu has stated that the government accepts the outcomes of the Local Council elections, Women’s Development Committee elections and the national referendum, adding that the administration will work on necessary improvements in response to public sentiment.

In a statement shared on X, Muizzu acknowledged the results, expressed respect for the outcome and extended congratulations to the winning candidates. He said the government would undertake efforts to address key issues in line with the wishes of the people.

Maldivians voted yesterday across three major electoral processes, including local council elections, Women’s Development Committee polls and a referendum on whether to merge presidential and parliamentary elections. Voting began at 8:00 in the morning, with polling stations closing queues at 17:00, while ballot counting remains ongoing.

As of 4 PM, out of 294,876 eligible voters, a total of 185,709 people cast their ballots, representing a turnout of over 62 per cent.

Preliminary results show that a majority of voters opposed the proposal to merge the country’s presidential and parliamentary elections, with counts showing 68.7% per cent voting against the change and 31.2% per cent in favour.

The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party secured mayoral victories in five cities, including Malé, Addu City, Fuvahmulah, Thinadhoo and Kulhudhuffushi, with incumbent mayors retaining their seats.