The Moroccan party Al-Asala Wa Al-Mu'asera has announced its readiness to assume full organizational and political responsibility if its members or officials are found to be involved in the voting irregularities that occurred in Tangier on September 23, 2026. This announcement comes after the Public Prosecutor's Office at the Court of Appeals in Tangier issued a statement on Saturday, outlining the ongoing investigations.
The party's leadership stated that they welcome and appreciate the serious and responsible approach taken by the judiciary in investigating the incidents. They emphasized that completing the judicial process will reveal the truth and determine responsibilities based on the investigation results. The party reiterated its commitment to linking party responsibility to the conclusions of the judicial and administrative investigations.
Al-Asala Wa Al-Mu'asera highlighted its past actions in taking disciplinary measures against members who compromised the party's values or project. The party vowed to handle the Tangier case with the same courage and transparency, taking full responsibility if its members are implicated. The party expressed confidence in the state's institutions and judicial authorities, reaffirming its commitment to the laws governing the electoral process.
On Monday, September 28, 2026, the authorities arrested Tangier Mayor Monir Al-Limouri at Ibn Battuta Airport upon his arrival from Malaga, Spain, in connection with the ongoing investigations. Al-Limouri, who also serves as the regional coordinator for Al-Asala Wa Al-Mu'asera, had left Morocco after the voting day. He denied fleeing the investigation, citing personal and professional reasons for his trip.
Al-Limouri stated that he was willing to appear before the relevant authorities and had planned to return on Monday to address the case. His name was mentioned in the investigations, and the police sought to question him and conduct a confrontation with one of the suspects. A search warrant was subsequently issued for his arrest.
The case began on September 23, 2026, when a person was caught carrying a bag containing electoral papers at an educational institution in Tangier that served as a polling station. The Public Prosecutor's Office opened an investigation to determine the circumstances and implications of the incident. The incident occurred at the Al-Quds school in the Kasabahratta neighborhood of the Al-Suwani district.
By September 26, 2026, the investigation had led to the arrest of five suspects who were placed in custody. The suspects included two polling station heads, their deputies, and a fifth person. Four of them were presented before the Public Prosecutor's Office, while the fifth person remained under investigation. The initial findings suggested that the suspects were involved in removing and returning electoral papers from the polling station.
Key points
- Al-Asala Wa Al-Mu'asera party vows to take responsibility if its members are found involved in Tangier voting irregularities.
- Tangier Mayor Monir Al-Limouri arrested in connection with voting irregularities investigation.
- Investigation reveals suspects attempted to manipulate electoral process by removing and returning voting papers.
