The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has accredited 144 observer groups, including 116 domestic and 28 international teams. The International Human Rights Commission; International Peace Commission; International Republican Institute; the National Democratic Institute; the Network for Solidarity; and the Empowerment and Transformation for All were also accredited to cover the elections. This is going to be their ultimate verdict, irrespective of what the Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC) does. The Chair of the Commonwealth Observer Group, Dr. Jakaya Kiwete, on Monday said the mission will be impartial in its assessment of the elections. “The Commonwealth Observer Group will consider the pre-election period, polling day itself, as well as the post-election period.

Source: Ethiopian News February 14, 2019 03:33 UTC