Swearing in of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Selection Panel at the Supreme Court building

The Hon. Chief Justice sworn in the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Selection Panel at the Supreme Court building. The importance of this step cannot be overstated. The role of the panel in constituting the IEBC is critical to the future of our country.

The credibility of elections defines the stability and the fate of our nation. History has shown us that when elections are free, fair, and transparent our nation flourishes. Therefore, the Selection Panel has the utmost responsibility to select men and women of impeccable integrity and credibility to lead the IEBC.

We urge all the institutions and stakeholders involved in this process – parliament, political actors, civil society, and the public – to ensure that the recruitment of the new IEBC Commissioners is conducted with speed, integrity, and the transparency. The Kenyan people expect and deserve nothing less.

As the Judiciary we remain unwavering in our commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting constitutional processes from manipulation, obstruction, or undue influence.