Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for a swift and transparent recruitment process for the next chairperson and commissioners of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

Koome made the call during the swearing-in ceremony of the nine-member Selection Panel at the Supreme Court in Nairobi on Monday, January 27. "The credibility of elections defines the stability of a nation," Koome said. "When elections are free and fair, our country flourishes; when mismanaged, the consequences are severe, threatening national unity and public trust.

This is why your task is of utmost significance to Kenyans." The new panel, which includes Kiome Lindah Gakii, Prof.

Adams Oloo, James Evans Misati, Nicodemus Kipchirchir Bore, Ambassador Koki Muli Grignon, Carolene Kituku, Tanui Andrew Kipkoech, Dr.