NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 27 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has challenged Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua to provide evidence supporting allegations of bribery and political interference in the commission’s affairs ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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In a statement, the electoral agency’s chairman Edung Ethekon dismissed claims that politicians have sought to influence its leadership, including allegations that a house was purchased for IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon to sway his decisions.

“The allegations were unsubstantiated and challenged Gachagua to provide evidence of the alleged property transaction to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC),” he stated.

He said Gachagua should provide the location of the alleged house, sale agreements, transfer documents, payment receipts and details of the seller and purchaser to enable investigations.

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He also pointed out that the alleged value of the property had also shifted from Sh80 million in the initial claims to Sh200 million.

He urged Gachagua to substantiate the allegations, warning that unverified claims could undermine public confidence in the electoral body as the country prepares for the 2027 polls.

He rejected allegations of predetermined awards and political interference in the procurement of electoral technology and ballot papers.

“The procurement of the Integrated Elections Management System (IEMS) and ballot papers is still at an early stage and no company has been awarded the tenders,” he stated.

“The two procurement processes are currently temporarily halted following requests for review filed before the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board.”

Ethekon said the tender documents were publicly uploaded on its website and the Public Procurement Information Portal on August 11, 2026.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya