According to the guidelines, the electoral agency considers a deputy governor to occupy a political seat. The nominee, Chebukati says, must meet the qualifications as stipulated in the Leadership and Integrity chapter of the Constitution. After the vetting, the commission shall issue the nominee with a nomination clearance, a copy of which is forwarded to the governor. If approved, the speaker shall forward the name to the commission in writing with recommendations approving the nominee to the office. The commission shall then publish the appointment of the deputy governor in the Gazette notice.

Source: The Star January 17, 2020 17:37 UTC