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HomeDaily NewsFriday, August 28, 2026IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations - August 2026
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IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations - August 2026

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims of political interference, graft, and voter suppression concerning the 2027 General Election preparations. The commission stated these allegations are false and aim to erode public trust. IEBC has strongly refuted allegations made by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding the 2027 General Election preparations, including claims that politicians bought a house worth up to Ksh200 million for its Chairperson. The commission also rejected claims that Miru Systems, a South Korean company, was awarded a contract for the 2027 general election technology in a scheme to rig the vote.

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Thursday 7:50 PMThe Standard

IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations

IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims of political interference, graft, and voter suppression concerning the 2027 General Election preparations. The commission stated these allegations are false and aim to erode public trust.

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims of political interference, graft, and voter suppression concerning the 2027 General Election preparations. The commission stated these allegations are false and aim to erode public trust.

  • IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon specifically dismissed allegations of politicians buying a house for him, noting the changing value from Sh80 million to Sh200 million.
  • The commission challenged Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua to provide evidence to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
  • IEBC also defended its staff deployment, procurement processes for election technology and ballot papers, and the security of the voter register, stating all procedures adhere to the Constitution and relevant laws.
Thursday 7:18 PMCitizen TV (Youtube)First

EBC yakanusha madai Miru Systems imepewa zabuni ya teknolojia ya uchaguzi wa 2027

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims by DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua that Miru Systems, a South Korean company, has been awarded a contract for the 2027 general election technology in a scheme to rig the vote.

Key Highlights

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims by DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua that Miru Systems, a South Korean company, has been awarded a contract for the 2027 general election technology in a scheme to rig the vote.

  • IEBC has denied allegations of a corrupt deal with Miru Systems.
  • The accusation was made by DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua.
  • The alleged plot involves rigging the upcoming 2027 general election.
Thursday 7:20 PMKenyans

IEBC Targets Gachagua With Demands After Election Malpractice Claims

IEBC Targets Gachagua With Demands After Election Malpractice Claims

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that politicians bought a house worth up to Ksh200 million for its Chairperson, Erastus Edung Ethekon, to influence the 2027 general elections.

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Key Highlights

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that politicians bought a house worth up to Ksh200 million for its Chairperson, Erastus Edung Ethekon, to influence the 2027 general elections.

  • The IEBC demands that Gachagua present evidence of the alleged house purchase and transaction documents to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
  • Key individuals involved include IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
  • The commission also dismissed allegations of voter suppression and electoral technology irregularities, urging against statements that undermine public confidence.
Thursday 9:57 PMKTN News (Youtube)

IEBC Rejects Gachagua’s Claim That Election System Tender Was Awarded to South Korean Firm

IEBC Rejects Gachagua’s Claim That Election System Tender Was Awarded to South Korean Firm

IEBC Rejects Gachagua’s Claim That Election System Tender Was Awarded to South Korean Firm

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims made by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the awarding of a tender for the election system. The DP had alleged the tender was granted to a South Korean firm.

Key Highlights

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has refuted claims made by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the awarding of a tender for the election system. The DP had alleged the tender was granted to a South Korean firm.

  • IEBC denies awarding the election system tender to a South Korean firm as claimed by DP Rigathi Gachagua.
  • Key organizations involved: Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the office of the Deputy President.
  • The IEBC stated that the tender process for the election system is still ongoing.
Friday 6:13 AMNation News

IEBC fires back at Gachagua over 2027 polls technology tender

IEBC fires back at Gachagua over 2027 polls technology tender

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has strongly refuted allegations made by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding the 2027 General Election preparations.

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Key Highlights

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has strongly refuted allegations made by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua regarding the 2027 General Election preparations.

  • The IEBC dismissed claims of a predetermined tender for election technology and alleged bribery of senior officials as false and unsubstantiated.
  • IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon stated that the procurement process for the Integrated Elections Management System is still in its early, transparent stages, with no company awarded a contract.
  • The commission also denied allegations of politicians purchasing a house for the chairperson to influence decisions and defended the integrity and security of the voters' register.
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