IEBC warns of alleged goon mobilisation ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
The IEBC has issued a warning regarding the mobilization of groups to disrupt the upcoming parliamentary by-election in Ol Kalou. Officials are urging political actors to maintain peace and adhere to the electoral code of conduct to ensure a credible process.
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Ensuring peaceful elections is critical for maintaining democratic stability and public trust in electoral institutions in Kenya.
IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon/SCREENGRAB
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned politicians and their supporters against violence and intimidation as Ol Kalou prepares for its parliamentary by-election, saying it has received reports that groups of suspected goons are being mobilised to disrupt the electoral process.
Speaking at a joint press briefing with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja after the close of campaigns, IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the commission was concerned by incidents that could threaten the peaceful conduct of the election.
He said reports of groups of suspected goons moving around parts of the constituency had raised concerns for the commission as it prepares to conduct a credible poll.
"We, as a commission, note with concern that there have been incidents that have raised a red flag as we carry out our mandate of facilitating Kenyans to elect their representatives," Ethekon said.
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