By Sue-Ann Wayow
THE Elections and Boundaries Commission (EBC) is denying any political affiliation being cast upon its Chief Election Officer (CEO) and some of its returning officers.
Furthermore, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) has been informed of a document the EBC claims to be false being shared in the public domain and the matter was being seriously being addressed.
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The EBC in a media release on Wednesday stated that it was aware of a falsified document currently in circulation that inaccurately claims affiliations between the CEO and several Returning Officers with a political party.
“These unfounded assertions seriously misrepresent the truth and pose a direct threat to the integrity of the electoral process and the forthcoming Parliamentary Elections scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025,” the release stated.
The EBC stated, “The Commission categorically rejects and unequivocally condemns these baseless claims. We reaffirm that both the CEO and all Returning Officers remain fully committed to the principles of impartiality, professionalism, and the democratic values that are the foundation of our institution.”
The deliberate dissemination of misinformation was deeply concerning as it undermined public confidence and risks eroding the democratic fabric the EBC was entrusted to protect, the EBC stated.
The EBC stated, “We respectfully urge all citizens to exercise discernment by relying solely on credible and verified sources for information. It is essential to disregard unsubstantiated or misleading content as we collectively strive to preserve the integrity of the electoral process.”
The Commission added that it remains resolute in its duty to uphold transparency, fairness, and public trust.
