Jinja East Polls: 8000 pre-ticked ballot papers in favour of NRM candidate netted, FDC supporters arrested over inciting violence

By Joseph Lubandi

Posted on March 15, 2018

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Over 8000 pre-ticked ballot papers have been recovered in so far five un-gazetted polling stations in Jinja East constituency. Pre-ticked ballot papers all in favour of NRM candidate Igeme Nabeta were found at Iganga Road Polling station and Main Street P/S due to voter vigilance.

NRM’s Igeme in black showing thumps up sign at polling station to cast his vote

According to reports, when the pre-ticked ballot papers were taken to authorities for verification, the serial numbers are found not compatible with the official EC ballot papers.

FDC president Amuriat showing pre-ticked ballot paper

Due to the anxiety, Police and the army have beefed up security. Several FDC supporters have been arrested for inciting violence.

The Jinja East by-election has attracted eight candidates though the contest is largely a two horse race between FDC’s Paul Mwiru and NRM’s Igeme Nabeta.

via: Matooke Republic