From neglect to spending spree: The making of open bribery for Ol Kalou by-election
The Ol Kalou by-election has been overshadowed by allegations of voter inducement, misuse of public resources and intensified government project rollouts...
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The Ol Kalou by-election is marred by allegations of open bribery and breaches of the Electoral Code of Conduct, prompting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to consider postponement.
- Government spending and project announcements have dramatically increased in Ol Kalou during the campaign period.
- The IEBC has received reports of violent confrontations, late-night campaigns, destruction of materials, and gang mobilization.
- The article suggests a shift from perceived neglect to a "spending spree" in the lead-up to the election, potentially influencing voters.
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IEBC Warns Ol Kalou Poll Could Be Cancelled Over Alleged Election Malpractice - July 2026
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a stern warning that the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election could be cancelled due to allegations of malpractice, including widespread bribery and breaches of the Electoral Code of Conduct. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly criticized the IEBC, accusing it of failing to uphold its constitutional duties and calling on the commission to intervene against alleged state officials' bribery and manipulation in the Ol Kalou by-election. The July 16 by-election is shaping up as a major political battleground testing the strength of key figures ahead of the 2027 General Election, with deep personal ties and past rivalries complicating the contenders' strategies. Additionally, the IEBC has warned that the election may be postponed due to escalating insecurity in the region.
