Ahmed Abreja, a parliamentarian from the Authenticity and Modernity Party, was elected as the new head of the Casablanca-Settat Distribution Group on October 29, 2026. He won with a landslide majority, securing 109 votes out of 110 possible votes from the group members. Only one member abstained from voting. Abreja's election took place at the Casablanca-Settat regional headquarters in the presence of the region's general secretary.
Abreja's election was marked by the absence of Halima Fakir, a candidate from the National Rally of Independents party. The party had decided not to participate in the voting, protesting the Authenticity and Modernity Party's nomination of Abreja. The National Rally of Independents had expected to retain the group's leadership as part of their agreement with the Authenticity and Modernity Party.
The Casablanca-Settat Distribution Group is responsible for managing water, electricity, and sanitation services in the region. Abreja has pledged to work collaboratively with all group members to achieve the group's objectives and improve services. He emphasized the importance of upgrading service quality to meet residents' needs and support economic and social development.
Following Abreja's election, the group's new bureau was formed. Mohamed Joudar was elected as the first deputy, followed by Othman Al-Tarmounia, Mohamed Fahim, and Mohamed Fallah. Notably, the National Rally of Independents did not secure any positions in the new bureau.
Abreja's predecessor, Nabila Rmili, had resigned from her position as head of the group after being elected as a member of the House of Representatives. Her resignation was in accordance with the regulatory law governing the House of Representatives, which prohibits members from holding multiple elected positions.
The election of Abreja as head of the Casablanca-Settat Distribution Group marks a new chapter in the group's management. The region's residents are expecting improvements in water, electricity, and sanitation services. The election also highlights the ongoing political dynamics between parties in the region.
The Casablanca-Settat Distribution Group plays a vital role in providing essential services to residents. The group's new leadership will face challenges in managing these services and meeting residents' expectations. Abreja's election has set the stage for a new era of cooperation and development in the region.
Key points
- Ahmed Abreja was elected as the head of the Casablanca-Settat Distribution Group with a landslide majority.
- The National Rally of Independents party boycotted the election, citing disagreement with the Authenticity and Modernity Party's nomination of Abreja.
- Abreja has pledged to work collaboratively with group members to improve services and achieve the group's objectives.
