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Omollo noted that many adults across different parts of the country are yet to obtain national identity cards or voter registration cards, making it difficult for them to access services and other government programmes.
Wetang'ula reminded residents that elections are decided by those who vote, quoting the popular saying that "bad leaders are elected by good people who fail to vote," and urged every eligible citizen to take voter registration seriously.
The Speaker said the Kenya Kwanza administration had fulfilled key promises made during the 2022 campaigns through investments in agriculture, roads, healthcare and market infrastructure, adding that the projects had directly improved the lives of residents.
Among the changes under consideration is a proposal to repeal Section 21 of the Election Offences Act to allow IEBC to prosecute election-related offences. The commission argued that dealing with such offences is a function that should rest with the electoral body instead of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Speaking on Friday alongside other opposition figures, he accused President William Ruto's administration of corruption, impunity and conflict of interest, calling on citizens to unite in pursuit of political change
The push, led by Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and supported by more than 15 Members of Parliament, was made during a women empowerment programme in Lurambi Constituency on Saturday, where leaders also reaffirmed support for President Ruto's re-election bid.
Speaking on Saturday during the ODM Women Empowerment Programme in Suna East, Migori County, the PS said leaders were working closely with electoral authorities to ensure more eligible citizens are enrolled in the voters' register.
The party also praised its supporters for peaceful June 25 commemorations, calling for restraint by security agencies, and encouraged victims of past human rights violations to pursue reparations
Gachagua thanked young people, traders, and members of the public for responding to his appeal to stay away from the demonstrations, saying their actions helped prevent violence
Speaking on behalf of Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the launch of the IEBC Strategic Plan 2024–2029 and Election Operations Plan (EOP) 2025–2027 in Nairobi on Wednesday, Muturi questioned the process through which the electoral body's roadmap had been developed, saying stakeholders had not been adequately involved.
Reflecting on Kenya’s electoral history, Dr. Jean-Luc Stalon commended the country for consistently conducting elections over the years, describing it as a significant democratic achievement, while Deputy British High Commissioner Dr. Ed Barnett urged stakeholders to strengthen public trust, accelerate electoral reforms and promote peaceful political conduct ahead of the 2027 General Election
According to the roadmap, public officers intending to contest elective positions in the 2027 General Election will be required to resign from office by February 9, 2027, six months before polling day.