The CCM regional committee in Tabora has finalized the selection of two candidates to contest vacant councillorship seats in Itilo and Ziba.
The ruling party in Tabora has officially named its chosen contenders for the upcoming ward by-elections, aiming to secure victory in two key areas.. The CCM regional executive council confirmed these selections following a series of internal meetings aimed at identifying candidates who meet the party’s criteria.
During the announcement in Tabora, regional chairman Said Nkumba introduced Themistocles Norbet as the party’s choice for the Ziba ward in Igunga.. Alongside him, Michael Sabi Kaswiza was selected to run for the Itilo ward in Nzega, a position that became available following the death of the former council chairman.
This selection process effectively positions the party to maintain its foothold in these local districts by filling vacancies left by late officials.
Misryoum notes that these by-elections are crucial for the party as they look to maintain administrative control in local government areas, ensuring that their policies continue to be implemented without disruption at the grassroots level.
According to the regional leadership, the selection process involved several layers of vetting, beginning at the ward level and moving up through the district and regional structures.. Nkumba emphasized that the goal was to identify individuals with the strength and reputation necessary to outperform opposition challengers in the coming polls.
Following these internal decisions, the names are now set to be submitted to the National Electoral Commission. This step is a procedural requirement to ensure the candidates are officially registered to fill the specific vacancies in their respective wards.
Mohamed Nassoro Hamdan, a member of the national executive committee representing the region, praised the transparency of the process. He encouraged party unity, stressing that the focus must now shift entirely toward the upcoming campaign period to secure a win.
He also addressed those who vied for the nomination but were not chosen, urging them to support the selected candidates rather than allowing divisions or factions to form within the party ranks.
Moving forward, the party is shifting its focus toward organized campaigning. The leadership remains optimistic about their chances and is calling on all party members to consolidate their efforts to win back these seats.
Such high-level vetting processes serve as a tactical maneuver to avoid internal friction, which is often a significant hurdle for parties looking to maintain dominance in local ward elections.