GECOM Condemns Unauthorized Filming of Ballot Boxes During Recount

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has issued a strong condemnation against Haddiyyah Mohamed, sister of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) Party Presidential Candidate, for unauthorized filming and spreading misleading information about ballot boxes during the ongoing electoral recount process.

Breach of Electoral Protocols

The incident occurred during the recount of ballots in Sub-District 4 of District 4, where Ms. Mohamed filmed ballot boxes awaiting recount and posted the footage on Facebook with unsubstantiated claims of tampering. This action represents a direct violation of GECOM's established protocols for electoral integrity.

Maintaining Electoral Integrity

As the vote counting process continues, GECOM emphasizes that all individuals present within its facilities must adhere to strict rules of conduct designed to ensure transparency and security. The Commission has highlighted that:

• Unauthorized filming of electoral materials is strictly prohibited
• All political party representatives and accredited observers are present to monitor the process
• The recount is progressing smoothly with minimal interruption

Call for Responsible Conduct

This incident follows a pattern of challenges to electoral integrity, as stakeholders await the final election results. GECOM has called on all parties to:

• Cease and desist from inflammatory acts
• Refrain from spreading unverified information
• Rely on official GECOM statements for accurate information

The Commission remains committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and credible recount process, warning that any attempts to disrupt or discredit the recount will face appropriate legal action under Guyanese law.