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Speaking on Radio Generation on Wednesday, Amnesty Kenya Director said the country should focus on verifiable electoral data as preparations for the 2027 election continue, including the number of registered voters, youth participation and the expansion of diaspora voting
In a statement on Tuesday, Odinga urged aspiring candidates to seek the backing of party members rather than relying on endorsements or pre-arranged tickets from the leadership.
Njiru argued that political alliances should be based on institutions, the Constitution and the rule of law instead of being built around individual politicians.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Oswago also questioned the circumstances under which successive CEOs have been appointed and later left office, saying the pattern of changes raises questions about the working relationship between commissioners and secretariat heads.
The decision comes at a time when IEBC is working on several preparations for the 2027 General Election. The procurement of materials is one of the steps that must be completed ahead of polling, as the items have to be prepared, produced, checked and moved to polling centres across the country.
Speaking on Radio Generation's Power File show on Monday night, Weke said recent incidents of violence during political activities and by-elections should serve as a warning to political leaders and their supporters.
Former IEBC chief executive said responsibility for ensuring parties comply with the law should not be placed entirely on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, especially when dealing with political financing and voter bribery.
In a statement on Sunday, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the commission had not received evidence from any individual, group or organisation to support the claims.
In a statement on Sunday, the alliance said the heightened calls for ID issuance in border areas required scrutiny, particularly as the country heads into an election year.
National Assembly Speaker Wetang’ula accused Uhuru of failing to respect Ruto’s mandate and questioned his continued political activity after leaving State House.
Otieno said voters would be able to monitor, record and share results from their respective polling stations on election night, allowing Kenyans to establish the direction of the presidential contest before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) completes the formal tally
The call comes amid a growing political debate over whether Mt Kenya East and Mt Kenya West should maintain a common political position or pursue separate political interests ahead of the 2027 election