Uganda election chief says he has had threats over results declaration
Summary
Uganda's election chief, Simon Byabakama, reported receiving threats about declaring certain presidential candidates as winners in the upcoming election. Despite this, Byabakama emphasized that the law and voters will decide the election outcome, not threats or intimidation. The election features President Yoweri Museveni seeking a seventh term against main challenger Bobi Wine.Key Facts
- Simon Byabakama is the head of Uganda's Electoral Commission.
- Byabakama received threats warning him about declaring specific candidates as winners.
- President Yoweri Museveni, age 81, is running for a seventh term.
- Bobi Wine, a 43-year-old, is President Museveni's main opponent.
- About 21.6 million voters are registered for the election.
- There are concerns about the disruption of opposition activities, such as the detention of activists.
- The government cut internet access across the country due to concerns over misinformation.
- Byabakama stated that election results would be declared within 48 hours of polls closing.
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