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IEBC nominee discloses family tie with MP Junet Mohamed
"I'm related to Honourable Junet Mohamed. I'm his brother-in-law," Hassan affirmed in response to queries about his suitability for the position.
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I worked for ANC as a lawyer, not a member – Mukhwana
Mukhwana said his involvement with ANC was strictly as a lawyer and consultant, not as a political player.
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Ethekon: I’ll stay and deliver free, fair elections
He said the new team must confront doubts about the electoral process by engaging the public, being open to scrutiny, and addressing concerns without delay.
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Nderitu defends IEBC nomination amid eligibility concerns
Nderitu told lawmakers that she is still eligible and has not broken any law by expressing interest in the job.
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Ethekon: I nearly didn’t apply for IEBC job
Appearing before the National Assembly Justice and Legal Affairs Committee, Ethekon said he was hesitant to apply when the position was first advertised.
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Ethekon: I won’t favour Ruto or anyone else in 2027 polls
Ethekon dismissed claims that he would favour President William Ruto or any political figure in the 2027 elections.
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IEBC Chair and Commissioners vetting set for Saturday
A notice from National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge, published in local newspapers on Friday, confirmed that the hearings will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the Mini Chamber on the first floor of County Hall, Parliament Buildings.
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Court clears IEBC nominee vetting but halts swearing-In
Justice Lawrence Mugambi issued a conservatory order barring the seven individuals, among them Chairperson nominee Erastus Edung Ethekon, from taking the oath of office or assuming their roles until a constitutional petition filed by voters Kelvin Omondi and Boniface Mwangi is fully heard and determined.
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IEBC’s Sh3.8 billion pending bills raise concerns ahead of 2027 polls
Of the outstanding amount, Sh2.65 billion is for legal fees and Sh298 million for election logistics.
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Petitioner wants next polls held in August 2026
Bryson Mangla, a resident of Kajiado West sub-county, warns that failure to conduct the election on that date could result in violations of key constitutional provisions, including Articles 101(1), 136(2a), 177(1a), and 180(1).
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Raila opposes petition seeking 2026 General Election
Raila’s legal team also argues that the matter is premature, noting that the General Election covers more than just the presidency.
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IEBC Chair and Commissioner nominees to be vetted on May 26
This follows the publication of a public notice in the local dailies on May 12, 2025.