Investigation Initiated by Public Prosecution in Marrakech
According to informed sources, the Public Prosecution at the Marrakech Court of First Instance has ordered a judicial investigation into an incident involving three individuals who allegedly entered a mosque in the Chichaoua region. These individuals are reported to have used the mosque's loudspeaker system to invite worshippers to attend a political party event related to the upcoming parliamentary elections. This action raises significant legal concerns, as it infringes upon the laws governing electoral processes.
The investigation is rooted in the necessity of adhering to legal provisions that regulate electoral events, particularly since the law explicitly prohibits the use of places of worship for political activities or electoral campaigning. Such regulations are in place to maintain the sanctity of religious sites and to ensure that political activities are conducted in appropriate venues.
The incident came to light when a leader of a government majority party, during a political gathering held earlier this week, accused one of his political rivals of utilizing a mosque to encourage citizens to attend a party meeting in the Imine Dounit area of Chichaoua. This accusation has sparked the current inquiry, drawing attention to the intersection of religion and politics in the electoral landscape.
As reported by ar.hibapress.com.
