“NO ELECTRICITY, NO VOTE,” SOUTH AFRICANS THREATEN TO SHUN RULING PARTY ANC. (PHOTO)

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 “No electricity, no vote,” South Africans threaten to shun ruling party ANC Residents in Katlehong, a township outside Johannesburg, have resolved to boycott South Africa's upcoming local elections on November 4 due to long-standing failures by authorities to provide basic services like electricity. For over 20 years, around 180 households in the community have relied on illegal electrical connections pulled from neighboring areas to power their homes. Angry over the lack of formal grid infrastructure, residents are directing their frustration at the ruling African National Congress (ANC). "We have made a collective decision: no electricity, no vote," said community leader Lesiba Rankapole, 59. "We know it is illegal, but we had no choice because we cannot live without electricity. Our children cannot progress without electricity." "I was born ANC, but today I do not want anyone to tell me about the ANC because I am suffering," added 57-year-old resid...
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BAUCHI LGA POLL: COMMAND DEPLOY ADEQUATE PERSONNEL, AND RESTRICT VEHICULAR MOVEMENT TO ENSURE PUBLIC SAFETY. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 PRESS RELEASE 16:08:2024


To the editors,


LGA POLL: Command deploy adequate personnel, and restrict vehicular movement to ensure public safety.


In preparation for the upcoming Local Government Councilor Election on August 17, 2024, the Bauchi State Police Command has implemented thorough security measures to ensure the safety of all citizens at the 5013 polling units across the state. The aim is to provide a fair environment for all political parties during the election process.


Collaborating with other sister security agencies deployed a significant number of personnel strategically across key locations in the state; the Command aims to prevent any disruptions during the election. Additionally, to maintain public order and prevent potential disturbances, vehicular movement will be restricted from 7:00 AM to 4: 00 PM on Saturday, with exemptions for essential services such as medical personnel, journalists, and emergency services.


While the Command empathizes with the inconveniences these measures may cause, it urges all eligible voters to abide by the law and participate in the election without fear or intimidation. The Command also emphasizes that decisive action will be taken against any individuals or groups attempting to disrupt the peaceful conduct of the election.


Furthermore, the Commissioner of Police, CP Auwal Musa Muhammad psc, Anipr, calls on parents, traditional rulers, religious leaders, opinion leaders, and guardians to encourage their wards and subjects not to be used for disturbances before, during, and after the election. The Command clearly warns all criminal elements in the state to desist from any activities that threaten the safety and security of the state, as law enforcement agencies will not hesitate to confront and neutralize violators by the law.


The Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and urges the public to fully cooperate with law enforcement agencies. It is encouraged to report any suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station.


SP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, Anipr

Police Public Relations Officer,

For: Commissioner of Police,

Bauchi State Command.

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