Gachagua demands IEBC's Erastus Ethekon resignation claiming 'influence' in Ol Kalou by-election - July 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for the immediate resignation of IEBC Commissioner Erastus Ethekon, alleging that Ethekon exerted 'influence' during the Ol Kalou by-election. The opposition is accusing the government of misusing state resources to unfairly influence the ongoing Ol Kalou by-election. Leaders in Ol Kalou have rejected a proposal by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to postpone the critical by-election, with local representatives expressing significant backlash. Gachagua also issued a stern warning to IEBC regarding the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election and demanded accountability from electoral officials regarding alleged irregularities during the ward elections.