The IEBC purge raises 2027 poll fears after major senior staff shake up
The recent purge by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has elicited mixed reactions..
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A significant shake-up within the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has triggered concerns among political figures regarding the integrity of the upcoming 2027 general election.
- Sources within the IEBC suggest the commission is politically divided following the recent purge.
- The IEBC, Kenya's electoral body, is at the center of these developments.
- This internal turmoil raises fears about fairness and impartiality in future electoral processes, particularly the 2027 polls.
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