Jubilee Chair Kemosi petitions IEBC Over alleged cross-border voter transfers
The Mt Kenya Times 
Jubilee National Party Chairman Vincent Kemosi addressing the press outside IEBC office in Marani Kisii County. Photo/Elizabeth Angira
By Elizabeth Angira
Jubilee National Party Chairman Vincent Kemosi has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to investigate allegations of cross-border voter transfers, warning that any attempts to manipulate the voter registration process could undermine the credibility of the 2027 General Election.
Kemosi, accompanied by residents from West Mugirango and Kitutu Chache North constituencies, visited the IEBC offices in Marani, Kitutu Chache North, where they formally lodged a complaint over claims that some residents from West Mugirango were allegedly being ferried into Kitutu Chache North to register as voters.
Speaking outside the IEBC offices Kemosi termed the alleged practice illegal and a direct threat to democratic principles, saying the integrity of the electoral process must be protected at all costs.
“We have come to present our concerns to the IEBC because we have received reports that some people are allegedly being transported from one constituency to another for the purpose of voter registration. If these allegations are true, then this is against the law and must be stopped immediately,” he said.
Kemosi maintained that every Kenyan has a constitutional right to register as a voter, but only in the constituency where they are legally eligible to vote.
He argued that inducing or facilitating the transfer of voters to influence electoral outcomes compromises free and fair elections and erodes public confidence in the country’s democratic institutions.
“The voter register must reflect genuine residents of every constituency. Elections should be decided by legitimate voters, not through manipulation of the registration process,” he added.
The Jubilee chairman urged the electoral commission to thoroughly investigate the allegations and take appropriate action against anyone found violating electoral laws.
He further appealed to the commission to enhance surveillance in areas bordering the two constituencies to ensure the ongoing voter registration exercise remains transparent, credible, and free from any form of interference.
Kemosi also called on residents, particularly young people living along the constituency boundaries, to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities by reporting any suspected cases of illegal voter transfers.
“Youths have an important role to play in safeguarding democracy. If they witness any suspicious movement of people intended to manipulate voter registration, they should report it immediately to the IEBC and the relevant security agencies,” he said.
According to a section of residents who accompanied Kemosi expressed concern that the alleged voter transfers, if left unchecked, could affect the will of genuine voters during future elections.
They urged the electoral body to reassure the public that the voter registration exercise would be conducted in accordance with the law.
The allegations come as the country continues with voter registration activities ahead of the 2027 General Election, with political parties intensifying grassroots mobilization across various regions.
The IEBC has consistently maintained that the voter registration process is governed by the Constitution and electoral laws, and has previously warned against any attempts to interfere with or manipulate the exercise.
Kemosi said safeguarding the integrity of the voters’ register is essential to ensuring that future elections reflect the genuine will of the people and preserve public trust in Kenya’s democratic process.
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