According to various surveys, the two main candidates lead the voting intention in Ecuador. After the conclusion of the electoral campaign, a period of electoral silence began along with the enforcement of the dry law that prohibits the sale and consumption of alcohol before the elections.
A total of 6,218 detainees without a final sentence in Ecuador exercised their right to vote early this Thursday in the presidential and legislative elections, while the rest of the population will vote next Sunday, according to the National Electoral Council (CNE).
The start of the voting day was led by the CNE president, Diana Atamaint, at an official event in the city of Quito, in the presence of government officials, observers and accredited diplomats in Ecuador.
The electoral campaign leading to the general elections on February 9 in Ecuador concluded after 33 days of intense campaigning, as confirmed by the CNE. "Today, Ecuador reaffirms its commitment to democracy and inclusion by inaugurating the first early voting day of the general elections 2025," stated Atamaint.
The detainees eligible to vote were distributed among 62 polling stations set up in 39 penitentiary centers located in 20 of the 24 provinces of the country. The voting process was carried out under strict control and supervision by security forces.
More than 13.7 million Ecuadorians are called to the polls to elect a president, vice president, 151 parliamentarians of the National Assembly, and five representatives for the Andean Parliament, whose mandate will be four years.
The presidential candidates wrapped up their campaigns with tours around the country, caravans, and rallies seeking voter support. Among the favorites are the current president and reelection candidate, Daniel Noboa, and candidate Luisa González from the Citizen Revolution Movement, led by former president Rafael Correa.
The vote counting for those deprived of liberty will take place once the general electoral day concludes on February 9.
On the other hand, this Friday, the day known as "vote at home" was taking place, allowing voters with disabilities to cast their vote from their homes.
