The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) condemned claims of a plot to rig the 2027 General Election, urging Kenyans to dismiss reckless statements made by political figures.

• The IEBC warned that such comments could erode trust in the electoral process.
• Key figure: Fatuma Abdi Jehow, who allegedly indicated plans to manipulate presidential polls in favor of President William Ruto.
• The commission clarified that no elections have been declared or gazetted yet, reiterating its commitment to free and fair elections.