The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has dismissed allegations that its officials swindled money from a candidate in the Mbeere North by-election.
In an interview on Thursday, November 13, DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala insisted that the party does not charge aspirants for nominations and dismissed the allegations as government-orchestrated propaganda.
He argued that the narrative is being pushed deliberately to incite tension and distract voters in an area they believe the government fears losing.
"The DCP Party does not ask anyone for money to become a candidate. We know that the person in question was an MCA, so how would you ask an MCA for Ksh10 million?
"This is a scheme by the government, which has already seen it is losing in Mbeere North and now wants to bring propaganda so that we quarrel and start fighting," he said.
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The accusations against DCP originated from UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar Hassan, who demanded answers regarding an alleged scandal involving money purportedly taken from an aspirant.
He argued that DCP must address those issues before engaging in political confrontation.
"The time for diversion is over. Before engaging in further theatrics, you need to address the brazen scandal where you swindled substantial funds from a prospective Mbeere North Constituency parliamentary candidate under the guise of issuing a DCP Party nomination certificate that was never was," he said.
Omar further claimed that residents of Mbeere North are awaiting accountability, asserting that DCP owes the candidate’s supporters a refund.
He argued that the matter is not about political competition but about justice.
"A legitimate and enduring demand you face from the people of Mbeere North right now, emanates from the supporters of the parliamentary candidate you defrauded. Their ultimatum is clear, simple, and rooted in justice. As you plan to set foot in Mbeere territory, prepare to refund every penny you swindled from their kinsmen. This is not political opposition; it is a demand for basic financial accountability," he added.
Meanwhile, earlier Thursday, the National Police Service (NPS) assured the public of its readiness to maintain peace and order during the upcoming by-elections.
In a statement on Thursday, November 13, NPS revealed that it has put in place a detailed and well-coordinated security strategy developed in partnership with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
"The National Police Service (NPS) wishes to assure the public and all stakeholders of its comprehensive preparedness and unwavering commitment to providing adequate security before, during, and after the upcoming by-elections.
"In line with our constitutional mandate to ensure the safety and security of all persons and property, we have developed a robust, multi-faceted security plan. This plan has been coordinated closely with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to facilitate a peaceful, free, fair, and credible electoral process," the statement read.
NPS urged all political players and their supporters to uphold peace and abide by the law throughout the campaign and election period.
The service warned that any form of misconduct would attract firm legal consequences.
"The NPS calls upon all political candidates, their supporters, and agents to conduct their campaigns peacefully, responsibly, and in strict adherence to the law. We will not tolerate any form of violence, incitement, hate speech, destruction of property, or disruption of public order.
"Politicians are urged to promote peace and tolerance and to be mindful that any unlawful actions will be met with the full force of the law," the statement added.
