Electoral Commissioner Patilias Gamato reminded electoral officers about the crucial role they play.
However, Gamato thanked all the PNG Electoral Commission staff stationed at the counting venues for their hard work and dedication.
“There will be petitions and disruptions by candidates and scrutineers but the election managers must handle these actions with the legal officers provided to them to keep the election process moving.
“I’ve issued this instruction to all election managers and assistant election managers,” Gamato said.