Activists want Governors, legislators to obtaining 50 plus one vote to be declared winners

Nakuru activists have moved to court seeking a declaration that Governors, Senators, MPs, and MCAs must attain 50 percent plus one vote in the General Elections to be declared winners...

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Three Nakuru activists have filed a lawsuit demanding that Governors, Senators, MPs, and MCAs must win with at least 50 percent plus one vote to be declared elected.

Petitioners seek parity with the presidential election threshold, arguing the current system allowing winners with as little as 20 percent is undemocratic.
The lawsuit names the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Attorney General (AG) as respondents.
The activists are requesting a conservatory order to suspend ongoing or future elections for these seats until the petition is determined, with directions expected on March 23.

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