Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has begun investigating 52 cases linked to the presidential election, out of a total of 97 cases that have been submitted.
ACC has received numerous complaints from various parties despite efforts by relevant state institutions to ensure transparency and fairness in the presidential election. These complaints include three from political parties, five from the National Complaints Bureau, and 27 from private individuals. Furthermore, ACC received a case reported by a state agency and 61 cases filed anonymously, with some complaints being repeated. ACC has registered and is actively investigating 52 cases related to the election, including 36 cases of bribery, 11 cases of influence, and five cases of misuse of state resources.
ACC stated it was investigating the cases and did not disclose any further details. The commission holds the responsibility of collaborating with legal authorities to guarantee the fairness and transparency of elections. It possesses the full authority to investigate election-related complaints and issue directives to relevant institutions on preventive measures.
The commission's scope includes examining how political parties and candidates raise and allocate funds for elections, the involvement of public servants in campaigning, and the use of public property and resources. The commission is tasked with taking decisive action against bribery and vote-buying.