Magarini Candidate Accuses ODM of Intimidating Voters at Polling Stations
Stanley Kenga has accused the Mps allied to his opponents of invading polling stations in Magarini...
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The Democratic Party candidate for Magarini, Stanley Kenga, has accused Kilifi South MP Ken Chonga and Lamu East MP Ruweida Mohamed of intimidating voters at polling stations in Magarini during the November 27th, 2025 by-election.
- Kenga claimed MPs allied to his main opponent, Harrison Kombe, were creating disturbances and invading polling stations despite not being from the area.
- He called for security forces to take action against the two MPs for voter intimidation.
- Kenga also reported that some of his agents were locked out of polling stations, including Marekebuni Primary, a situation he states was resolved after his party's intervention.
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Rigging Claims, Voter Intimidation, and Calls for Action Surround Kenyan By-Elections - November 2025
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