Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has penned a letter to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President William Ruto over vote-rigging fears in the 2027 elections.
In a letter dated March 21, 2025, the party leader called for an “open, transparent, free, fair, verifiable, credible, and accountable process”, stressing that it is a matter of national importance and urgency.
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The former Vice President sought clarification on who will be involved in the selection of IEBC commissioners, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the opposition party, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), and the United Democratic Party (UDA).
“I firmly believe that UDA and ODM, now aligned on one side, should engage in discussions with those of us in the Opposition to ensure a balanced and inclusive process,” read the letter in part.
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In the letter, Kalonzo warned that any attempts by ODM and UDA to sideline other parties would be deemed as an attempt to constitute a partisan Commission.
“For avoidance of doubt, should the UDA/ODM Alliance proceed with the appointment of the IEBC chairperson and commissioners without the meaningful participation of the Opposition, such an action will be deemed as an attempt to establish a partisan electoral body and pre-rig the next elections,” the letter read.
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Fear of Election Rigging
Kalonzo further warned that failure to involve other parties in the opposition would amount to a unilateral political act that serves the partisan interests of UDA and ODM, thereby undermining public trust and confidence in the establishment of the IEBC.
“Such an approach would also revive the dangerous precedent that contributed to the disputed elections and the Post-Election Violence of 2007/08. This kind of politics risks plunging the nation into turmoil, jeopardizing the well-being of the people of Kenya, and testing our national unity and statehood,” read the statement.
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Demands on the Letter
The party leader demanded that the UDA and ODM Alliance engage in meaningful consultation and concurrence with the opposition to enhance public confidence in the IEBC.
He emphasized that the two parties should build an approach that aligns with the values and principles enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
“We remain committed to vigorously opposing any attempt to interfere with or undermine the sovereignty of the Kenyan people, in the best interest of the country, and the spirit of good faith and national conscience. I trust that you will do what is right and necessary for the nation,” ended the letter.
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