[File,Standard]The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned it will not tolerate voter intimidation or interference with election officials during Thursday’s by-elections. “The Commission will not tolerate intimidation of voters, interference with election officials, obstruction of the voting or counting process, or any conduct that undermines the integrity of the election,” noted Ethekon. County Assembly wards holding by-elections include Muminji Ward and Evurore Ward in Mbeere North Constituency, Embu County, and West Kabras Ward in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County. “Any aggrieved party is reminded that the courts of law remain the lawful avenue for electoral dispute resolution,” observed Ethekon. “The Commission remains fully committed to delivering peaceful, free, fair, transparent and credible by-elections,” added Ethekon.

Source: Standard Digital February 24, 2026 16:29 UTC