Archbishop Ssemogerere Questions Byabakama Over Electoral Credibility
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The Archbishop of Kampala, Paul Ssemogerere, has challenged Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama to explain why people in positions of authority interfere with the will of voters, raising concerns over the credibility of Uganda's electoral process.
Ssemogerere made the remarks while leading Mass at Lubaga Cathedral, which was attended by Electoral Commission officials led by Justice Byabakama, as the country prepares for the upcoming Local Council One (LC1) chairperson elections.
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The Archbishop questioned why the choices made by voters are sometimes altered despite citizens participating in the electoral process.
He also expressed concern over what he described as growing uncertainty and anxiety among Ugandans, saying many people are left with unanswered questions about the country's direction.
Justice Byabakama responded by urging Ugandans who believe electoral irregularities have affected election outcomes to seek justice through the courts.
He said the legal process remains the appropriate avenue for resolving election disputes and safeguarding the integrity of the electoral system.
Addressing worshippers after Mass, Byabakama called on citizens to actively participate in the forthcoming LC1 village committee elections and remain vigilant throughout the voting process.
Unlike previous elections, where voters were often encouraged to leave polling stations immediately after casting their ballots, Byabakama urged voters to remain at polling stations after voting to witness the counting of ballots and know the results firsthand.
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