Żaren tal-Ajkla first to submit nomination for May general election<\/p>\n
Independent candidate Nazzareno Bonnici, widely known as “Żaren tal-Ajkla”, was the first person to submit his nomination for the upcoming general election as the official nomination process opened on Thursday morning.<\/p>\n
In a statement, the Electoral Commission said that Bonnici submitted his nomination between 9am and 1pm on Thursday, the opening day of the nomination period for the 30 May general election.<\/p>\n
Bonnici filed as an independent candidate on both the third and sixth districts.<\/p>\n
The nomination process officially opened on Thursday and will remain open until Monday, 7pm, 11 May.<\/p>\n
The Electoral Commission reminded all prospective candidates that online submissions must be fully completed before the deadline expires.<\/p>\n
Candidates submitting nominations in person must ensure they are physically present at the Electoral Commission offices in Naxxar before the 7pm deadline on Monday, the Commission said.<\/p>\n
Bonnici, popularly known as “Żaren tal-Ajkla,” has previously contested elections as an independent candidate and is known for his outspoken campaigning style and colourful public appearances.<\/p>\n