Do you know how to vote on Election Day? Here is a step by step guide on what to do at the polling station as rolled out by the Electoral Commission (EC).
Step 1
On Election Day, go to the Polling Station with your Voter ID card and join the queue if any. Please don’t jump the queue.
Step 6
Cast your vote in the Presidential Ballot Box. Please make sure it is the right box.
Step 2
A polling assistant will check your particulars in the name reference list
Step 7
Proceed to the next Polling Assistant for a Parliamentary Ballot Paper
Step 3
A verification officer will verify your identity as a registered voter with the verification machine.
Step 8
Proceed to the Parliamentary Voting Booth and thumbprint (correctly) your choice of MP.
Step 4
You will be issued with a Presidential Ballot paper. Please check to see if it has no marks on it. Also, ensure it has the validating stamp.
Step 9
Cast your ballot in the Parliamentary Ballot Box. Please make sure it is in the correct box.
Step 5
Make your way to the Voting Booth and thumbprint (correctly) your choice of candidate.
Step 10
Please leave the Polling Station after voting. You can return at 5 pm for the count.