IEBC warns Ol Kalou by-election could be postponed over rising insecurity - July 2026

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned that the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election may be postponed due to escalating insecurity in the region. The IEBC has also issued a stern warning that the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election could be cancelled due to allegations of malpractice, threatening to nullify the election due to alleged electoral violations. The Ol Kalou constituency is abuzz with activity as nine candidates are set to compete in the upcoming Member of Parliament by-election. Leaders in Ol Kalou have voiced strong opposition to any plans to postpone the upcoming elections, emphasizing the need for the election to proceed as scheduled.