National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has issued a firm call for political leaders to uphold the independence of the newly reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), warning against interference that could erode public confidence in the electoral body.
Speaking during a service at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Kanduyi, Bungoma County, Wetang’ula cautioned politicians—especially younger leaders—against making “reckless and prejudicial” remarks that may undermine the Commission’s constitutional mandate.
“The IEBC is an independent institution. It does not take instructions from anyone—not even from the President,” Wetang’ula said, emphasizing that the Commission must be allowed to function without political pressure or influence.
With several by-elections on the horizon and a nationwide voter registration drive scheduled to begin soon,
Wetang’ula noted that public trust in the IEBC is critical. He encouraged Kenyans to support the Commission’s work and participate fully in the upcoming registration exercise.
The Speaker also revealed that the National Assembly is ready to fast-track approval of the supplementary budget to ensure the IEBC is adequately funded.
In a nod to President William Ruto’s recent directive easing ID registration requirements, Wetang’ula urged youth without identification cards to seize the opportunity to register and vote.
“The pursuit of power must never come at the cost of national unity,” he added, warning that divisive politics could destabilize the country ahead of the 2027 general election.
