Deputy Commander for Highlands East Chief Superintendent Joseph Tondop told the people of Simbu not to sell their votes as it is worth millions. Mr Tondop said this during the Joint Security Task Force (JSTF) awareness on violence free, fair, and peaceful 2022 national general election in Kundiawa, Simbu province last week. Mr Tondop told the people not to think about today only and sell their votes. He said think about their future, their children and the future generation coming after them. He said pray and seek good leaders from God because he would show them the best leaders. He said leadership is only appointed by God himself. Mr Tondop told the people to screen leaders properly and choose the best among the many candidates and send someone who can bring services back to the community, district, and the province. He said they need to elect leaders who are selfless and think about their people first. “I appeal to everyone to sit with your families or communities and discuss who is the best leader. Never let anyone influence you. You know what kind of services you need at the village level so choose someone who can bring services. “Election is not something to play around with. Election will change this country and the future of your kids. Other countries are developed because of strong leadership. We have everything in our country and only need good leadership to manage these resources for better lifestyles,” Mr Tondop said. Mr Tondop said if the people want to change this country then the change starts with them. They would start to see changes in their districts and provinces when they elect good leaders. He said the will power is in their hands to choose their leaders and secure a good future for themselves and their children. Mr Tondop reassured the people of Simbu province that the security forces are ready to make sure this election is truly free, fair and safe and transparent. He said this election is not only the business for the three disciplinary forces and the provincial government but for everyone.