IEBC: Preparations on top gear ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is finalizing preparations for the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026. Officials have completed training for key staff to ensure the election is conducted in a free and fair manner.
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Local elections are fundamental to democratic governance, and the IEBC's ability to manage logistics amidst security concerns is critical for regional stability.
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has said that preparations for the July 16, 2026, Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election are in the final stages, with the training of key election officials largely complete.
The commission said training for Deputy Presiding Officers (DPOs) and Presiding Officers (POs) has been successfully concluded, while the training of Polling Clerks is currently underway across Ol Kalou Constituency.
According to the IEBC, the exercise is aimed at equipping election officials with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct a free, fair, transparent and credible election.
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