Elections at Bunda University in Limbo as Candidates Rebel Against Commission's Decision
In a dramatic turn of events, the Bunda University student elections have been thrown into chaos after the electoral commission announced the cancellation of the polls citing technical problems and irregularities. The commission's decision has been met with fierce resistance from the candidates, who are demanding that the elections proceed as scheduled. In a memo released on April 19, 2024, the Bunda Electoral Commission (BEC) announced the cancellation of the elections, citing system failure and irregularities. The commission apologized for the inconvenience caused and promised to reschedule the elections at a later date. However, the candidates are having none of it. In a strongly-worded memo to the Director of Student Affairs, the BEC, the Faith-Based Organization (FBO), and the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP), the candidates expressed their frustration and disappointment at the commission's decision. The candidates claimed that they have spent significant t...