IEBC Selection Panel Stories

Prof Oloo defends IEBC role, says he resigned from Ruto’s advisory team
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 12, 2025

He also noted that he resigned as Ruto’s advisor because he believes a credible IEBC is essential for the country’s future stability.

Lawyer wants Prof Adams Oloo barred from IEBC selection panel over conflict of interest
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 06, 2025

Lawyer Apollo Mboya, who lodged the petition, argues that the appointment is unlawful as Oloo also serves as an advisor to the president.

IEBC admits boundary review unlikely before 2027 polls
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 01, 2025

The constitution mandates that the review process should be concluded at least 12 months before a general election.

Search for next IEBC chairperson, commissioners kicks off
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 01, 2025

The selection panel chair Nelson Makanda said for the next 85 days or less, they will ensure that they deliver on their mandate.

Uchaguzi Platform calls for fairness in IEBC commissioner appointments
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 31, 2025

They urged the selection panel to expedite the recruitment process to ensure it is completed within the set deadlines.

Delays in hiring new IEBC commissioners put creation of new constituencies in doubt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

Wetang'ula urged MPs to rally behind the IEBC once the new commissioners are in place, as their role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the e...

IEBC selection panel urged to prioritise public interest, resist undue influence
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

The CJ highlighted the importance of their role in strengthening Kenya’s democracy and safeguarding the credibility of future elections.

Ruto appoints fresh faces to IEBC selection panel, replacing earlier picks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

The new panel will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment of nominees for the positions of chairperson and commissioners of the IEBC.

Wiper Party threatens nationwide demonstrations over IEBC reconstitution
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 22, 2025

Additionally, the party said it plans to hold nationwide recruitment rallies to promote the issuance of national identity cards and encourage voter re...

LSK President Faith Odhiambo calls on Judiciary to resolve IEBC standoff
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 14, 2025

LSK President Faith Odhiambo described the prolonged delay as a "ticking time bomb" that threatens the country's constitutional and democratic stabili...

ODM decries impact of delays in appointing IEBC selection panel as wait for by-elections continues
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 11, 2025

The delay has hindered the recruitment of the seven commissioners essential for facilitating elections across the country.

IEBC Amendment Act nullified over flawed public participation process
Joseph Ndunda  |  Dec 13, 2024

Busia Senator Okiya Omtata had petitioned the High Court to declare the amendments unconstitutional because they were made without the involvement of...

UDA calls for withdrawal of Azimio court case blocking IEBC reconstitution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 11, 2024

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka rejected allegations from the government that his litigation case was causing the delay.

Accountability, unity take centre stage as Ruto, Uhuru hold talks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 09, 2024

“In a democracy, even good ideas that lack transparency breed suspicion and mistrust. Continuous engagement is essential for an all-inclusive democrat...

Azimio picks Dr. Koki Muli as representative in IEBC selection panel
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 24, 2024

Dr. Koki Muli's nomination was necessitated by a court directive which ordered Azimio to select a new candidate by 3 pm on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Court directs Azimio to nominate another candidate to IEBC selection panel
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 22, 2024

The court found that the Azimio Coalition acted inappropriately by allowing Muli to vie for the position, despite knowing, or being in a position to k...

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