IEBC Chair Issues New Directions at Vote Tallying Centres
The chairperson warned that the commission will not allow candidates to arrive at the tallying stations with goons or characters that will breach peace...
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IEBC Chairperson Ethokon Edong has issued stern warnings to candidates ahead of Thursday's by-elections, prohibiting them from bringing supporters or "goons" to tallying centers to ensure peace and integrity.
- The IEBC expects a 70% voter turnout in the upcoming by-elections.
- Chairperson Ethokon Edong emphasized that only candidates, media, observers, party representatives, and senior party leaders will be allowed at tallying stations.
- Security measures, including deployments by the National Police Service, are in place to safeguard voters, officials, and election materials.
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Leaders Allege Rigging and Intimidation as IEBC and Police Issue Warnings for By-Elections - November 2025
The United Opposition Alliance, led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua, alleged a government plot to rig Thursday’s by-elections through ballot stuffing. In a counter-claim, Kenya Kwanza leaders Geoffrey Ruku and Cecily Mbarire alleged a plot by the opposition to intimidate voters in Mbeere North. Mohammed Ali also accused the Mombasa Governor of a plot to rig the Magarini by-election, while Senator Boni Khalwale claimed his security was withdrawn ahead of the polls. In response, IEBC Chairperson Ethokon Edong prohibited candidates from bringing supporters to tallying centers. The National Police Service warned politicians against interfering with the November 27 by-elections, while leader Justin Muturi criticized the IEBC's decision to deploy plain-clothed police officers.
