IEBC seeking Supreme Court advisory on boundary delimitation process

Ethekon stated that this follows legal advice from the Attorney General after timelines for the exercise lapsed. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is seeking a Supreme Court advisory on the boundary delimitation process following the lapse of constitutional timelines and legal advice from the Attorney General.

The IEBC is short Sh14.3 billion from its estimated requirements for the boundaries review, having been allocated only Sh4.53 billion in the 2023/2024 national budget.
The commission's chairperson, Edung Ethekon, emphasized the need for legal guidance before proceeding with boundary delimitation.
The committee led by George Murugara warned that without adequate funding, the commission risks failing to conduct the mandated review, crucial for fair electoral representation.

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