Gachagua Demands IEBC's Erastus Ethekon Resignation Claiming 'Influence' in Ol Kalou By-Election - July 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for the immediate resignation of IEBC Commissioner Erastus Ethekon, alleging that Ethekon exerted 'influence' during the Ol Kalou by-election. Gachagua has warned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) against postponing the July 16 Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, stating it would erode trust for the 2027 General Election. National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has announced his intention to sue former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over alleged voter bribery plots ahead of the Ol Kalou by-election. Kenya's Opposition is accusing the government of misusing state resources to unfairly influence the ongoing Ol Kalou by-election.