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Mudavadi dismissed allegations of election rigging, maintaining that President William Ruto would secure a second term fairly and transparently at the ballot.

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign & Diaspora Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi has told off politicians fueling claims of rigging come the 2027 general elections, urging them to steer clear of reckless rhetoric that threatens national cohesion.

Addressing residents during an Economic Empowerment Programme in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, on Friday, July 18, Mudavadi dismissed allegations of election rigging, maintaining that President William Ruto would secure a second term fairly and transparently at the ballot.

“Don’t tarnish the President’s name. Don’t tarnish the IEBC. President William Ruto is not in the game of stealing votes,” Mudavadi said.

He emphasised the importance of preserving the integrity of national institutions, especially the recently reconstituted IEBC, cautioning leaders against utterances that could erode public confidence and stoke political tension.

“To our supporters, to UDA, to Kenyans who believe in democracy, let us not blemish the future of this country by spreading jokes and propaganda in serious situations like electing leaders,” he added.

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Mudavadi’s remarks come amid growing unease sparked by statements from within the Kenya Kwanza fold suggesting a readiness to use any means to secure Ruto’s re-election in 2027.

Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Jehow

Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Jehow recently stirred controversy after suggesting that the coalition was prepared to rig the election if necessary.

“All we are saying is two terms for Ruto, even if we do not have the votes, we will steal them for him, and that is not a secret,” Jehow reportedly said, triggering a storm of criticism from opposition leaders and civil society.

In response to the mounting tension, the IEBC issued a statement on Sunday, July 13, condemning the remarks and reiterating its commitment to delivering a free, fair, and credible electoral process.

“The Commission is concerned about statements on election malpractices in the country. Such utterances are unacceptable and reckless in a democratic society such as ours,” read the statement in part.