Observers are advocating for an independent and politically neutral leader for the Civil Governance Council (CGC). They are concerned the initial session of the committee tasked with selecting candidates avoided requiring justification for votes regarding the final nominee list. Organizations have expressed rejection of this lack of transparency in the candidate selection process. This omission raises questions about the rationale behind the choices made and hinders public accountability. The expectation is for the CGC chief to operate autonomously and without undue political influence. A transparent voting process with reasoned explanations is considered crucial for establishing trust and legitimacy. The observers believe this approach is vital to ensure the CGC effectively fulfills its mandate.