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Election Safety & Incident Reporting
Your safety on election day matters. Know what to do if you encounter a hot zone, witness irregularities, or face a security threat at your polling unit.
Stay Aware of Your Surroundings
Monitor the crowd and atmosphere around your polling unit. If tensions rise or armed individuals appear, move to a safe distance and alert security forces.
Document Incidents Safely
If you witness ballot stuffing, voter intimidation, or violence, document it discreetly (photo/video) if it is safe to do so. Do not put yourself at risk to record evidence.
Report to Election Officials First
Approach the Presiding Officer at your polling unit to report any irregularities. INEC officials are mandated to act on credible reports during voting.
If Violence Breaks Out — Leave Immediately
Your life is more important than your vote. If violence erupts, leave the polling unit calmly and quickly. Do not confront aggressors. Contact police and INEC from a safe location.
Use Official Reporting Channels
Report election malpractice to INEC's situation room, the police, or civil society observer groups. You can also report online via INEC's official website after the incident.
What Counts as an Incident?
- Voter intimidation or threats
- Ballot box snatching or stuffing
- Underage voting
- Vote buying (offering money or gifts for votes)
- Impersonation of a voter
- Disruption of accreditation process