After IEBC clearance, now Raila Odinga sets eyes on State House

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Sunday May 28th cleared four out of the anticipated 10 presidential candidates in the 8th August general election.

The four are National Super Alliance (NASA) Presidential nominee Raila Odinga, Dr Ekuru Aukot of Third Alliance Kenya Party, Joseph Nyaga (Independent) alongside Mohammed Abduba Dida of Alliance for Real Change. Also on the list of candidates who were slated to present their papers to the electoral agency yesterday is Japheth Kavinga Kaluyu who is running as an independent candidate.

Related: End of Kenyatta and Odinga family rivalry

Aukot was the first to be cleared by the electoral agency, followed by NASA flag-bearer Mr Odinga, Mohammed Abduba Dida of Alliance for Real Change and Joseph Nyaga (independent).

Earlier in the day, IEBC officials led by Chairperson Wafula Chebukati rejected some of Dida’s papers, arguing that his degree certificate and that of his running mate Mr Titus Kasilu had not been certified.

Chebukati also said Mr Dida’s declaration form had not been signed and stamped by a Commissioner of Oaths as required by law. Dida was, however, cleared to vie for the presidency.

READ: Nairobi men using a new drug to get women sexually active

Speaking on the sidelines of the exercise, held at Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), the former Prime Minister said he was sure of clinching victory in the August elections, adding that NASA would accept defeat if it lost fairly.

He warned that hate speech should not be used to muzzle candidates from holding peaceful campaigns. “Our campaigns will be peaceful and we ask IEBC to hold a fair, credible and free election,” said Mr Odinga.

Chebukati asked Odinga and his running mate Kalonzo Musyoka to hold peaceful campaigns, and to abide by the code of conduct during their campaigns.

Mr Odinga was accompanied by the other four NASA principals among them Kalonzo Musyoka (Wiper), Musalia Mudavadi (Amani National Congress), Moses Wetangula (Ford-Kenya) and Chama Cha Mashinani party leader Isaac Ruto.

SEE ALSO: How dirty politicians and political parties clean their images 

Odinga said his party has been denied victory twice – during the 2007 and 2013 General elections.

NASA Deputy and Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka expressed confidence that the coalition will win, attributing the anticipated success to proper democratic elections. He asked the government to bolster the security of NASA flag-bearer.

After clearance by IEBC, the NASA brigade held a rally at Jacaranda grounds in Eastlands, Nairobi.

IEBC has scheduled to clear all the ten presidential candidates between by end of today, including President Uhuru Kenyatta.

[crp]

Latest

Whipped and Stripped! A Survivor’s Tale of Harrowing Brutality in a Mental Hospital

The lack of a long-term vision and inadequate resourcing of mental hospital infrastructures continues to take a toll on Kenya’s mentally ill patients.

Dubai Agency Picks Top Influencer Marketers to Lead Kenyan Operation

This strategic move is in line with indaHash vision to cement its presence in Africa, following its impactful footprint in South Africa since 2017 and successful collaborations with clients like the South African Tourism Board.

SportPesa to reward Customers in Cash-Filled Festive Promotion

Running from December 4th to 25th, the SportPesa campaign promises daily excitement with six lucky winners expected to walk away with Ksh5,000 daily.

Captain William Ruto: President’s Namesake With a Decorated Career

Captain William Kipkemboi Ruto is officially known by the name William Ruto, which also happens to be President William Samoei Ruto’s official name.

Follow Us

Newsletter

Don't miss

Tusker Oktobafest Rolls East African Cultures into One

From regional events across Kenya to inaugural gatherings in Uganda and Tanzania, and the Tusker Oktobafest grand finale in Nairobi, the festival harmonized traditions, celebrated diversity, and highlighted the rich cultural tapestry of the East African culture

Lupita’s Little Brother Junior Nyong’o Charting His Own Path in Acting

Junior Nyongó, who is also a musician and a DJ and now a graduate of UC San Diego with an MFA in Acting, is crafting his own solid path in the world of acting with roles in major theatre productions.

Safaricom To Power Tusker OktobaFest Beer Festival

Safaricom’s involvement in OktobaFest as a technology and payments partner will focus on fostering seamless in-festival connectivity, empowering the youth and Gen Z community through Safaricom Hook, and powering digital payments through M-PESA.

Music Producers Launch Organization To Streamline Recording Industry

Recording Industry of Kenya (RIKE) was launched on 9th October 2023. Registered in 2022 as a not-for-profit organization, RIKE aims to promote the collective interests of producers of sound recordings in the country.

Nairobi’s Hero Bar Listed Among World’s 50 Best Bars

World Best Bars: Hero Bar in Nairobi continues to climb the list, moving up six places to No.62 and Johannesburg’s Sin + Tax comes in at No.94. Dubai new entry Ergo is at No.69 and Melbourne’s Byrdi has re-entered the list at No.61.

Kenyan DJs Face Off In Smirnoff Battle Of The Beats Season 3

The Smirnoff Battle of the Beats Season 3, a DJ competition, is poised to unleash an unprecedented musical frenzy countrywide.

The Highs And Lows Of Betty Kyallo, Sisters Show As Season 2 Ends

Kyallo Kulture has always been, above all, about sisterhood, and in Season 2 we have witnessed the charm of it - the ups that gave us wholesome moments as the sisters led by Betty Kyallo spent time together.

DStv Beats CNN, BBC To Become Most Admired Media Outlet In Africa

DStv, MultiChoice Group’s leading broadcast service, has been named...

MultiChoice Revises Subscription Fees For DStv, GOtv

MultiChoice has announced price adjustments on some of their...

Octopizzo: How I Make My Money

"I've been doing this for 12, 13 years. It reaches a point where you no longer need to prove that you can make a hit record," he stated.
BT Correspondent
BT Correspondenthttp://www.businesstoday.co.ke
editor [at] businesstoday.co.ke

Whipped and Stripped! A Survivor’s Tale of Harrowing Brutality in a Mental Hospital

The lack of a long-term vision and inadequate resourcing of mental hospital infrastructures continues to take a toll on Kenya’s mentally ill patients.

Dubai Agency Picks Top Influencer Marketers to Lead Kenyan Operation

This strategic move is in line with indaHash vision to cement its presence in Africa, following its impactful footprint in South Africa since 2017 and successful collaborations with clients like the South African Tourism Board.

SportPesa to reward Customers in Cash-Filled Festive Promotion

Running from December 4th to 25th, the SportPesa campaign promises daily excitement with six lucky winners expected to walk away with Ksh5,000 daily.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here