The overt participation of members of the security forces in
political rallies is prohibited; the reasons are obvious. For many years
attention has been drawn to the Electoral Commission regarding the participation
of senior military officers in political rallies of the ruling party. It has
even transpired in court that political campaigning is conducted in army
barracks with the full knowledge and endorsement of the political leadership.
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| Lt Colonel Vincent Luther |
The photos highlight the fact that the participation of
senior members of the force in political rallies of Parti Lepep continues unabated
with the support of President Michel. In fact Colonel Clifford Roseline is the
military advisor to President Michel. It is to be recalled that he was
instrumental in campaigning within barracks on behalf of President Michel
during last year’s elections; an offence under the electoral law and a
violation of the Defence Forces Regulations.
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| Colonel Clifford Roseline |
Will the Electoral Commission or the President do anything about
it?
Source:Weekly
