Muturi calls on CJ Koome to activate election dispute mechanism ahead of 2027

Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to activate the Judiciary Elections Committee and establish clear timelines for resolving election-related disputes ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement issued on August 29, 2026, Muturi emphasized the need for a special mechanism to handle election disputes before the electoral calendar becomes more challenging.

He highlighted the success of the special mechanisms used during the past three General Elections to expedite election disputes and ensure timely resolutions. Muturi called on Koome to ensure the appropriate judicial mechanism is in place, with stringent and transparent guidelines for handling election-related cases that could impact the electoral process.

He stressed that election disputes require prompt resolution, as delays can significantly affect party preparations, candidates, and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The former Attorney General pointed out the Linda Mwananchi name dispute and cases involving IEBC procurement, election technology, and logistics, which have already reached various judicial bodies.

Muturi argued that while parties and candidates should pursue their political and legal interests through lawful channels, avoidable delays must be avoided to prevent election preparations from being frustrated. He reaffirmed the Judiciary's commitment to election preparedness, noting that funding for the Judiciary Elections Committee and the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal had been prioritized in the FY 2026/27 budget.

Muturi stressed the importance of early preparation to prevent court cases from creating uncertainty in the electoral timetable, emphasizing that no court process should become a tool for trapping the election in uncertainty.