A delegation of Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) led by former Nigerian President Dr Goodluck Jonathan visited Election Commission office in Islamabad on Thursday and reviewed the polling arrangements across the country, reported 24 News HD TV channel.
Addressing the media, he expressed satisfaction with the overall polling process and arrangements in place for the electoral event.
Responding to a question, Goodluck Jonathan emphasized the significance of traditional vote casting methods over reliance on internet connectivity during electoral process.
Meanwhile several other observors and journalists visited various polling stations and oversee the vote casting process and other arrangements for polls. Jonathan highlighted that while internet connectivity might not be essential for voting, disruptions to online services could lead to delays or consequences in the announcement of poll results.
Jonathan reminded that elections and voting processes have historically functioned without internet dependency, a point of significance given the increasing reliance on digital platforms in modern times.
Earlier today, internet and mobile service was suspended on security concerns before start of polls at 8am. The suspension of service irked many political parties leaders and demanded the restoration of internet and mobile service.