Polling started slow this morning for Southern Highlands province with some electorates starting early while others had their officials complete their quality checks before polling could start.
Provincial Election Manager, Mr Alwyn Jimmy said people who are eligible to vote must make their way to the polling areas and cast their vote.
“If you miss out today, you can vote tomorrow.“
“No issues as yet with people whose names are not on the list to vote.”
Mr Jimmy said that they will deal with the issue of names not being on the common roll when the issue arises.
He added that so far they haven’t had any election related violence in the province leading up to polling today.
“The Police Commissioner has said that the joint security forces will provide security during polling however they were still on their way from Enga Province.”
“It’s quiet so far but anything can happen.”
“Areas that are regarded as hotspots will have a security team to make sure everything goes smoothly.”
He further added that candidates, their scrutineers and supporters must take ownership and talk to people in their electorates to put aside their differences so the election process can go well without any hiccups.