Kenya's opposition coalition has issued a strong warning to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), urging the electoral body to conduct a transparent, free, and credible Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for Thursday.
The coalition argues that the outcome and management of the mini-poll will be a major indicator of Kenya's electoral preparedness ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Speaking during a joint press briefing in Nairobi, leaders of the United Alternative Government coalition, led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, and Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi, expressed concern over the credibility of the electoral commission.
Speaking during a joint press briefing in Nairobi, leaders of the United Alternative Government coalition, led by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua, and Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi, expressed concern over the credibility of the electoral commission.
They insisted that the IEBC has an opportunity to demonstrate its independence and commitment to upholding democratic principles.
Kalonzo stated that the by-election is more than just a contest for a parliamentary seat, describing it as a crucial test of the commission's ability to conduct impartial elections.
Kalonzo stated that the by-election is more than just a contest for a parliamentary seat, describing it as a crucial test of the commission's ability to conduct impartial elections.
According to him, Kenyans will closely monitor how the IEBC handles the process before placing confidence in the commission ahead of the next General Election. Continue Reading The Article By Clicking Here.
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