Nairobi – A Kenyan senator has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate claims that dead voters' fingerprints could be used to cast ballots for President William Ruto in the 2027 general election. Senator Edwin Sifuna made the demand during a rally in Kabuchai Constituency on September 12, 2026, accusing UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar of making inflammatory remarks about the issue.
Sifuna alleged that Omar's comments could undermine public trust in the electoral process. The senator emphasized the need for the IEBC to take action against Omar, stressing that such claims could have serious implications for the integrity of the upcoming election.
The controversy comes amid heightened political tensions in Kenya ahead of the 2027 polls. While no concrete evidence has been presented to support the claims, the debate has sparked renewed discussions about electoral transparency and voter verification procedures.
The IEBC has not yet responded to the allegations, but the situation highlights ongoing concerns about the security of Kenya's electoral system.
