She said the code obliges political parties to regulate the behavior of members, officials, aspiring candidates, candidates and supporters. This is with a view to promote good governance and eradicate all political malpractices, including electoral violence. She told political parties to take note that one of the grounds for deregistration, is violation of Article 91 of the Constitution and the Political Parties Code of Conduct. The Constitution says political parties shall not engage in or encourage violence by, or intimidation of, its members, supporters, opponents or any other person. They also agree against influence peddling, bribery or any other form of corruption; use of illicit or illegal money; and use of public resources other than those allocated to the political party through the political party fund.

Source: The Star March 11, 2021 14:26 UTC