Petition filed to stop NCIC CEO interviews over lack of transparency

A petition has been filed in court seeking to stop the planned interviews for the position of Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC).

The petitioner, Mohammed Tache Dida, argues that the recruitment process is unconstitutional and lacking openness, transparency and accountability as required under Article 10 of the Constitution and Section 20 of the NCIC Act.

Dida is seeking an injunction to suspend the recruitment process, asserting that the selection procedure requires further scrutiny before proceeding.

He is also requesting a conservatory order to halt the appointment process until the petition is fully heard and determined.

"The recruitment must be put on hold to ensure fairness and transparency in the selection process," Dida stated.

Dida also contends that there was no public participation regarding the requirement of a minimum of 18 years of experience, and that Section 20 of the NCIC Act has not been amended to reflect this change. He argues that this contravenes Articles 10, 24, 27, and 232 of the Constitution.

"The respondent’s plan to conduct interviews for the advertised position is opaque and violates constitutional rights, as well as the principles outlined in the NCIC Act," the petition states.

"The NCIC, as a public body, is expected to conduct a transparent recruitment process, free from secrecy or irregularities."