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January 15, 2026
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Mbeere North Election Petition Set for March 9 Hearing

Mbeere North Election Petition Set for March 9 Hearing

The judge added that formal directions arising from the pre-trial conference will be issued by the court on Monday, January 19, 2026. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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The formal hearing of a petition challenging the election of Leo Wa Muthende as Mbeere North Member of Parliament is scheduled to begin on March 9, 2026, and run until March 19, 2026, at the Nairobi Law Courts.

  • Justice Richard Mwongo will preside over the case, with hearings conducted in two sessions.
  • The petition, filed by voters including Democratic Party (DP) candidate and runner-up Newton Kariuki, alleges inconsistencies in Wa Muthende's identity and voter registration.
  • The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and its returning officers are represented by Charles Mwongela and Laureen Omondi.
  • All election materials will now be stored in safe custody within the court precincts, varying earlier orders.

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