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Two Kenyan citizens have stormed the High Court, seeking an immediate halt to President William Ruto’s controversial IEBC appointments.
Kelvin Roy Omondi and Boniface Mwangi are sounding the alarm, claiming the process of picking the new electoral commission officials was riddled with constitutional breaches, favoritism, and questionable shortlisting tactics.
In their explosive court filing, the duo wants the vetting, approval, and swearing-in of the seven nominated officials—including IEBC chair nominee Erastus Edung Ethekon—completely frozen.
The petition calls for urgent intervention to block any parliamentary vetting or salary payments, even if the nominees have already taken the oath of office.
They accuse the selection team of manipulating the shortlist, sneaking in unqualified names, and ignoring transparency and merit.
The petition zeroes in on Anne Njeri Nderitu—currently a state officer—and Mary Karen Sorobit, a recent top Jubilee Party figure. Also flagged is Hassan Noor Hassan, who previously vied for a political seat, raising concerns over impartiality.
But that’s not all—Omindi and Mwangi argue the appointments flout Kenya’s Constitution by failing to reflect regional, ethnic, and disability representation. “This nomination list is a betrayal of national values and the principles of inclusivity, fairness, and integrity,” their petition states.
The case also slams the government for sidelining the opposition, violating recommendations in the NADCO Report and recent IEBC Act amendments.
According to the petitioners, rushing the appointees into office would sabotage legal redress and compromise the IEBC’s credibility forever.
Stay locked to Wamuzi News for more updates as this dramatic legal showdown unfolds.
