Rafael López Aliaga Criticizes ONPE Chief After Apology Conference

Rafael López Aliaga, candidate for Renovación Popular, criticized the head of Peru’s electoral body after an apology conference. The ONPE chief had publicly asked for forgiveness during the briefing.

Response to the ONPE apology

López Aliaga reacted sharply after the apology conference. He said the explanation did not address voters’ problems.

He focused his criticism on the ONPE chief’s handling of election day logistics. The candidate described the situation as preventable.

Claims about voter turnout

López Aliaga blamed delays in installing polling stations for lower participation. He said more people were unable to vote because of those delays.

His statement linked operational problems directly to reduced turnout. Renovación Popular framed the issue as a failure of execution.

Reporting and credits

Filmogaz.com covered the exchange and the apology conference. Image credit for coverage goes to Latina.