Ashraf Ghani thanks Afghans who turn up to vote in 3rd presidential election

September 28, 2019 18:22

Amid the threat of Taliban, millions of Afghans including several prominent leaders came out to vote in the country's third presidential election on Sunday.

Afghans came out to vote despite skepticism about transparency and allegations of fraud and mismanagement, reported TOLO News.

The incumbent Afghani President Ashraf Ghani who is seeking re-election was quoted as saying, "I thank all Afghans for their commitment to democracy and to a prosperous and sovereign Afghanistan. Participation in the elections indicates a commitment to the Constitution of Afghanistan. Elections determine the continuation of the democratic system in Afghanistan."

The Afghanistan president made the remarks after casting his vote in Amani High School in Kabul.

Paying tributes to Afghan National Security and Defence Forces, the president said, "Afghan security forces are our pride and they have shown their commitment to the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan." He also thanked women for their participation in the elections.

"Our plan for peace is ready, at the moment we are awaiting the verdict of the nation," said Ghani.

-- ANI

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