Tag: Election Integrity
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Uganda Election Tensions Rise as Opposition Alleges Rigging Hours Before Polls
Overview: Allegations on the Eve of Uganda’s Elections As Uganda gears up for presidential, parliamentary, and local government elections, opposition forces have stepped up claims of irregularities and potential rigging. The National Unity Platform (NUP), a key opposition group, said it had uncovered information suggesting a coordinated effort to manipulate the electoral process just hours…
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Uganda Opposition Alleges Vote Rigging Hours Before Polls
Overview Hours before Uganda’s presidential, parliamentary, and local government elections were set to begin, the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) raised serious concerns about alleged vote-rigging and irregularities. The claims come as observers and voters prepared to cast ballots in what many hope will be a peaceful and orderly process after a tense campaign season.…
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INEC Chairman Vows Credible 2027 Elections: Nigeria’s Path to Free and Fair Voting
INEC Chairman Reaffirms Commitment to Credible Elections in 2027 The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash O. Amupitan, SAN, has reaffirmed the commission’s unwavering commitment to delivering free, fair, and credible elections in 2027. In a statement to stakeholders, Amupitan outlined a roadmap that emphasizes transparency, voter inclusivity, and robust technical…
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Reconciliation and Pressure: KP CM Signals Dual Strategy with PTI in Pakistan’s Political Stand-off
Introduction: A Dual Strategy Emerges The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Chief Minister has underscored a pragmatic approach to Pakistan’s political impasse. He argues that reconciliation without resistance will be unproductive and emphasizes that the protest movement will endure until PTI is acknowledged as an equal partner by the government. This stance reflects a broader tactic: combine…
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IEBC Dispatches Ballot Papers to 20 Electoral Areas Ahead of November 27 By-Elections
IEBC Advances Preparations for November 27 By-Elections The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has initiated a crucial phase in its election logistics by dispatching ballot papers and statutory forms to 20 electoral areas. This move is part of a broader plan to ensure a smooth voting process on November 27, when Kenyans will vote…
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Pras Michel Sentenced to 14 Years for Illicit Campaign Contributions Tied to Jho Low Case
Overview: A High-Profile Case Ends with a 14-Year Prison Sentence Grammy-winning rapper Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, best known as a member of the Fugees, was sentenced to 14 years in prison after being convicted on multiple charges related to illegal campaign contributions. The case, which links Michel to foreign money funneled through the notorious financier Jho…
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Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Indicted: Allegations of Misusing FEMA Funds for Campaign Financing
Overview of the Indictment Democratic U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida has been charged in a federal indictment alleging the improper handling of federal emergency funds, including claims that millions of dollars were diverted to her congressional campaign account. The Department of Justice announced the indictment, marking a significant development in a case that centers…
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Kasipul by-election: Risk of disqualification over schedule
Overview The Kasipul Constituency by-election in Kenya is reaching a critical phase as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) evaluates whether candidates adhered to the agreed campaign schedule. Preliminary reports indicate potential sanctions if breaches are confirmed, underscoring the seriousness of campaign compliance in the by-election. What happened and what the rules require The…
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Pardoned ‘Fake Electors’ Figure Hopes Trump Extends Grace to Assault Charge
Background: The Trump pardon and the ‘fake electors’ scheme In the aftermath of the 2020 election, a number of individuals were involved in efforts to present alternate slates of electors in several states. The most high-profile action came to be known as the “fake electors” scheme, a plan that aimed to cast doubt on the…
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Anambra Election Criticism: Moghalu Claims Over-Policing and Widespread Vote Buying
Overview: Moghalu’s Assessment of the Anambra Governorship Poll George Moghalu, the Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Anambra, has publicly criticized the just-concluded election, arguing that it was overshadowed by over-policing and pervasive vote buying. Speaking to journalists at his residence in the company of the National Coordinator of the Obedie movement, Moghalu framed the vote…