The names of 23 candidates running for the position of Ombudsman, one of the most important institutions for the protection of citizens' rights, have been made public.
The list includes well-known figures from public and political life, including former candidates for parliament, civil society activists, and lawyers with long experience in the field of justice.
Among the most prominent names are Adriana Kalaja, Endrit Shabani, chairman of "Nisma Thurje", and lawyer Saimir Vishaj.
Today was the deadline to apply for the position of Ombudsman, a position that until now was held by Erinda Ballanca.
Full list of candidates for the position of Ombudsman:
1. Adriana Kalaja
2. Aranita Brahaj
3. Anton Koster
4. Anton Lleshaj
5. Besim Ndregjoni
6. Dardan Mustafaj
7. Endri Papajorgji
8. Endrit Shabani
9. Fatjona Male
10. Genta Tafa
11. Gerti Shella
12. Ismail Tafani
13. Jola Hysaj
14. Juliana Hoxha
15. Laureta Roshi
16. Lulzim Hamitaj
17. Myrteza Myftari
18. Saimir Vishaj
19. Shkelqim Sulo
20. Suela Koçibellinj
21. Tartar Base
22. Valentina Teodorescu
23. Skender Haluci