The Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) has received notification regarding the nullification of nine Patriotic Front (PF) seats in the National Assembly.
ECZ Corporate Affairs Manager Patricia Luhanga informed ZNBC News that the Commission will soon update all stakeholders on the necessary procedures to follow.
Additionally, the verification of ballot papers for the nine ward by-elections scheduled for July 12, 2024, has been completed. Luhanga mentioned that the verification process will also be conducted at the district level when the ballot boxes are dispatched.
UPND member Pearson Masoko witnessed the verification process on behalf of the party. Socialist Party Member of the Central Committee Moddy Chisha praised the ECZ for conducting the process efficiently.
Source: ZNBC