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EC warns politicians against using money to influence elections

EC warns politicians against using money to influence elections

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Uganda Monitor
Published on 2024-08-30 17:02:17

The Electoral Commission officials have urged politicians to refrain from using their wealth to intimidate electoral officers and instead focus on winning votes. 

Mr Rogers Baguma, Election Administrator for Fort Portal City, expressed concerns over the growing trend of politicians attempting to buy their way into office.

“Some politicians believe they can win elections through financial influence rather than voter support. They bring money to us on voting day and try to intimidate us into declaring them winners,” he said.

Mr Baguma shared a…

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