The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a statement following the killing of one of their senior officials in Kilifi, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar.

In a statement signed by CEO Marjan Hussein Marjan, the IEBC condemned the murder of the late Aisha and urged security agencies to expedite investigations and bring those responsible to justice. "The IEBC fraternity is saddened by her death and expresses its deepest condolences to Aisha's family, friends and colleagues for the tragic loss," the statement read.

The commission pledged to support Aisha's family during their period of mourning.

IEBC's statement continued, "The commission is deeply concerned by the horrendous incident and condemns the perpetrators behind Aisha's death.