Essential Roles Of A Vigilant Polling Agent

On election day, vigilant polling agents play a crucial role in ensuring the transparency, fairness, and integrity of the electoral process. Their responsibilities include:

1. MONITORING THE VOTING PROCESS

• Ensuring voting begins and ends on time.
• Confirming that only eligible voters are allowed to cast their votes.
• Ensuring that voters are treated fairly, without intimidation or coercion.

2. PROTECTING THE INTEGRITY OF THE BALLOT

• Verifying that ballot boxes are properly sealed before and after voting.
• Ensuring that no unauthorized individuals tamper with ballots or voting equipment.

3. PREVENTING ELECTORAL MALPRACTICES

• Identifying and reporting irregularities such as multiple voting, impersonation, or voter bribery.
• Ensuring that election officials follow legal procedures.

4. DOCUMENTING EVENTS

• Keeping detailed records of any incidents, disputes, or anomalies during the election process.
• Signing relevant election forms to verify the accuracy of the results.

5. REPRESENTING PARTY/CANDIDATE INTERESTS

• Acting as the representative of their party or candidate to ensure fair treatment.
• Raising objections or concerns in a lawful and peaceful manner, when necessary.

6. WITNESSING THE COUNTING PROCESS

• Observing the counting of votes to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Confirming that results are accurately recorded and transmitted.

Polling agents are vital in upholding the credibility of elections by serving as vigilant observers and advocates for fair practices. I encourage all polling agents across the country, particularly those of our great NDC party, to stand firm in protecting the votes of our supporters.

Finally, I respectfully remind everyone that the 2024 election is a collective effort—a communal labor.