Police has warned candidates, their supporters and the general public against involvement in acts of violence ahead of tomorrow’s Local Council One elections.
Addressing journalists today, Police spokesperson, Kituuma Rusoke said in accordance with the Electoral Commission roadmap, all campaigns end today, warning that no campaigning or processions will be allowed on polling day.
He notes that security agencies were generally satisfied with the conduct of the recently concluded Women’s Council elections, saying only isolated incidents of misconduct were recorded.
Rusoke however, warns police will not tolerate intimidation of voters, threats against candidates, interference with the voting process or any attempts to manipulate election outcomes.
The police spokesperson also warns against processions that he said will not be allowed.
He also urges losers to use legal means to challenge the election, warning against any form of violence.
Uganda will tomorrow go to the polls to elect Local Council One (LC1) chairpersons and village committee members, the lowest and most grassroots level of local government under the country’s decentralised governance system.
The elections will see voters publicly line up behind their preferred candidates or their representatives, as provided for under the Local Governments Act.
By URN
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