Gachagua Demands IEBC's Erastus Ethekon Resignation Over 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. Gachagua also issued a stern warning to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission regarding the upcoming by-election and expressed disappointment with the conduct of officials. Separately, Kenya's Opposition is accusing the government of misusing state resources to unfairly influence the ongoing Ol Kalou by-election. Local leaders in Ol Kalou have vehemently rejected a proposal by IEBC to postpone the critical by-election, with the electoral body's decision sparking significant backlash from local representatives.