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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja warned during a multi-agency meeting that early campaigning, organised criminal gangs and misinformation could threaten stability ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election.
IEBC legal officer Christine Owiye told MPs that a draft bill has already been prepared and is awaiting approval from commissioners before it is formally submitted to Parliament.
MCC added that its decision was grounded in constitutional rights, pointing to Article 38 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, which guarantees freedom of political association and participation in democratic processes.
TIFA said the findings suggest that “Kindiki is viewed as the most politically acceptable deputy option,” adding that voters appeared to favour “continuity and stability within Ruto’s political camp heading into 2027.”
National Treasury has set aside Sh2.9 billion for police recruitment in 2026/2027, but Inspector-General Douglas Kanja says the National Police Service needs at least Sh6.7 billion to hire officers before the 2027 election.
Inspector General Douglas Kanja said about 10,000 recruits are currently in various police training colleges, forming part of a wider push to boost operational readiness before the elections.
The party explained that the nomination process is anchored on Article 61(1) of its constitution, alongside Rule 7(1) and Part VIII of its Party Elections and Nomination Rules, which guide internal electoral procedures.
Kioni explained that the changes were informed by prolonged internal struggles between factions allied to him and those linked to East African Legislative Assembly MP Kanini Kega, which weakened party operations and triggered leadership disputes.
Within the housing programme, affordable housing is expected to register the fastest growth. Allocations are projected to rise to Sh201.1 billion after the elections from Sh50.7 billion in FY2026/27. However, during the election cycle, funding is expected to decline, with a 30.9 per cent reduction from the approved Sh73.3 billion.
Speaking at St. Peter's Cathedral, Kapsabet, Nandi County on Sunday, Mudavadi said the focus should not just be on winning, but on “the size of the victory.”
In a bold move that escalates internal tensions, Orengo announced a parallel leadership structure, naming himself acting party leader, Godfrey Osotsi as deputy, and Edwin Sifuna as secretary general. The move is widely viewed as a direct challenge to the party’s established leadership.
The President said no amount of “name-calling, incitement and propaganda” would erode the ties he has built with the region over the past two decades.