EC Secretary and Five Others Suspended for Investigation.

The Secretary to Uganda’s Electoral Commission (EC), Mr. Leonard Mulekwah. Courtesy image.

The Electoral Commission (EC) Secretary, Mr. Leonard Mulekwah, has been suspended alongside five other individuals within the commission. The suspension is part of an ongoing effort to facilitate an internal investigation into unspecified matters within the organization.

Justice Simon Byabakama, the EC Chairperson, confirmed the suspension, explaining that it was a necessary step to ensure a thorough investigation could be conducted without interference. While the details of the allegations remain unclear, the move highlights the EC’s commitment to transparency and accountability in its operations.

The suspended officials, including Mr. Mulekwah, are expected to cooperate with the investigation as it progresses. The EC has stated that the internal probe is vital to maintaining public trust in the commission’s work and ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly and effectively.

The suspension of Mr. Mulekwah and the five other officials has sparked widespread attention, with many anticipating further developments as the investigation unfolds. The EC has assured the public that it remains committed to upholding its mandate of organizing free and fair elections. In the interim, the commission has not disclosed the specifics of the investigation or the potential implications for the suspended officials. The outcome of this internal probe could have significant repercussions for the leadership of the EC and its operations moving forward.

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