EC confirms arrest of official at Bayiri for electoral misconduct

The Electoral Commission, in a press release, has confirmed the arrest of ballot issuer Joseph Derry at the Temporary Booth Bayiri polling station in the Techiman South District. The incident involved tearing off the head of the presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party on 15 ballot papers issued to voters. The EC emphasised its … The post EC confirms arrest of official at Bayiri for electoral misconduct appeared first on Asaase Radio.

Dec 7, 2024 - 14:40
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EC confirms arrest of official at Bayiri for electoral misconduct

The Electoral Commission, in a press release, has confirmed the arrest of ballot issuer Joseph Derry at the Temporary Booth Bayiri polling station in the Techiman South District.

The incident involved tearing off the head of the presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party on 15 ballot papers issued to voters. The EC emphasised its commitment to upholding electoral integrity and pledged full cooperation with the police to investigate the matter thoroughly.

The incident involved tearing off the head of the presidential candidate of the NPP on 15 ballot papers issued to voters. The EC emphasised its commitment to upholding electoral integrity and pledged full cooperation with the police to investigate the matter thoroughly.

The EC has warned that all election officials found violating electoral laws will face prosecution, without exception.

Read the full statement from the EC:

 

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