The first round took place normally on 27 June 2010 with ex Prime Minister Cellou Dalein Diallo and his rival Alpha Condé emerging as the two runners-up for the second round.[16] However, due to allegations of electoral fraud, the second round of the election was postponed until 19 September 2010.[17] A delay until 10 October was announced by the electoral commission (CENI), subject to approval by Sékouba Konaté.[18] Yet another delay until 24 October was announced in early October.[19] Elections were finally held on 7 November. Voter turnout was high, and the elections went relatively smoothly.[20]