IEBC defends November 27 date for by-elections despite missed 90-day deadline
In a statement on Thursday, the commission said Article 101(4)(b) of the Constitution requires a by-election within 90 days after a vacancy is declared
In a statement on Thursday, the commission said Article 101(4)(b) of the Constitution requires a by-election within 90 days after a vacancy is declared
NLP leader Augustus Muli urged qualified party members to submit their nomination applications by September 16, 2025
Sifuna claimed the commission acted outside the law when handling the replacement of former MP John Mbadi and in setting the date for an upcoming parliamentary by-election
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said preparations for the by-elections are already underway
The petitioners accuse the electoral agency of violating their constitutional rights and undermining public accountability by refusing to process recall petitions
Seven of the by-elections are for parliamentary seats, while the remaining 17 are for ward representatives in counties.
Ethekon maintained that the election process from voting to tallying follows a strict legal path that safeguards its integrity
The Commission has also clarified that it does not offer payment for services rendered by accredited voter educators, election observers, or media personnel
IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the Commission supports this right in principle, but cannot act beyond what the law permits.
The Youth League called on the IEBC to revisit the nomination, saying the decision had violated the party’s structure and created confusion within ODM.
LSK noted that time is already running out and IEBC has just two years to prepare, warning that without a clear and detailed election management plan, the country could face major logistical and legal challenges.
He accused critics of spreading misinformation and propaganda, particularly claims that the government is fearful of the 2027 general election.