The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the 2024 general elections.
The OSP plans to leverage its anti-corruption mandate to prevent, detect, and address fraudulent or unfair practices throughout the electoral process.
In a statement released on Monday, December 2, the OSP emphasised its vigilance in ensuring a transparent and credible election.
It issued a stern warning to election officials involved in vote counting, collation, and result transmission, stressing that any deliberate attempt to falsify or misrepresent vote tallies will be met with severe legal consequences.
“The OSP reminds all officers responsible for vote counting, collation, and result transmission that falsifying vote records or making false declarations is a grave criminal offence,” the statement read.
The OSP also cautioned the public against engaging in election-related malpractices such as vote-buying, vote-selling, voter impersonation, intimidation, and violence, which are strictly prohibited by law.
“Acts such as vote-buying, selling votes, impersonation, and any form of violence or threats are serious offences punishable under the law,” it added.
The OSP reiterated its dedication to upholding electoral integrity, vowing to act decisively against anyone or any group attempting to compromise the election’s fairness.
“The Office is fully committed to its mandate and will swiftly address any incidents of electoral misconduct brought to its attention,” the statement concluded.
However, shortly after the OSP’s caution, reports emerged of food distribution at some special voting centres.
Notably, the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency, Lydia Seyram Alhassan, was seen distributing food packs to voters in a queue on Monday, December 2.
The incident has sparked criticism, with the NDC parliamentary candidate for the constituency, actor John Dumelo, condemning the act as inappropriate.