CS Ruku: Ruto govt has no plans to interfere with 2027 polls
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has said the government will not interfere with the 2027 General Election, insisting that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will be allowed to conduct the poll independently. Ruku said the government would provide the electoral commission with the support and funding it needs to prepare for the […]
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has stated that the Kenyan government will not interfere with the 2027 General Election, asserting that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will be granted autonomy to conduct the polls independently. Speaking in Embu County on August 30, 2026, Ruku emphasized that the government would provide the necessary support and funding to the IEBC to ensure a successful election, emphasizing the importance of a free and fair vote for Kenyans.
He affirmed that President William Ruto's administration respects the IEBC's mandate and the constitution, pledging no interference in the electoral process. The IEBC has set August 10, 2027, as the scheduled date for the upcoming General Election. Ruku highlighted the commission's satisfactory performance in previous elections, specifically citing the Ol Kalou event, where he deemed their work commendable.
He further clarified that the government has no problem with the appointment of the IEBC's chairman, as long as they ensure a credible election. Ruku urged the IEBC to conduct the election fairly and truthfully, leaving no doubt that it will take place in 2027. His remarks come amidst heightened political activity, with senior officials urging politicians to allow the IEBC to execute its constitutional duties without hindrance.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen cautioned against interference, while Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urged opposition leaders to concentrate on voter persuasion through policy proposals and manifestos rather than making the IEBC the focal point of their campaigns. Ruku reaffirmed his confidence in the stability of the government and the peaceful conduct of the 2027 election, dismissing concerns about violence in the electoral process.
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