New Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Erastus Ethekon has urged politicians to stop making claims of election rigging ahead of the 2027 polls.
Speaking publicly for the first time since his swearing-in last week, Ethekon acknowledged heightened political activity as the country gears up for the next polls. "We are beginning to witness heightened engagement, but we are urging politicians to desist from such sentiments," he said while speaking in Shanzu, Mombasa on Saturday, July 19. "We appeal to all stakeholders to calm down.
As IEBC we are not worried," he added.
The commission has confirmed that at least 23 by-elections are pending across the country, including one Senate seat, six parliamentary positions, and 16 MCA seats.
