Deputy President William Ruto. [Photo/PSCU]
Deputy President William Ruto has said the IEBC should play its Constitutional role to ensure election takes place on August 8.
“Do not conspire with those who are not ready for elections. The IEBC must respect its Constitutional duty to hold elections as stipulated,” said the DP.
The DP also challenged the CJ to tell Kenyans why he publicly gave directions to the IEBC not to print ballot papers even before the Judges handling an election related case made their ruling.
“We are asking the CJ, what does it mean when the CJ gives directions that the IEBC should not print ballot papers?” said the DP on Sunday.
He said the IEBC, the Judiciary and all politicians should work in tandem to ensure that elections are held as stipulated in the elections.
Elgeyo Marakwet Senator Kipchumba Murkomen said the Jubilee Government has always respected the independence of the IEBC but it is increasingly becoming clear that they are unable to demonstrate the strength to put their foot down against those who want to scuttle the process.
He also challenged the Chief Justice to tell Kenyans where he stands on the elections and how much he respects the independence of the Judiciary.
Mr Murkomen said then CJ’s recent statement in Mombasa and the subsequent order by the judges raises queries about the independence of Judges.
He said the number of court cases lodged by the opposition in courts targeting the IEBC and the August 8 election stands at 34.
“We will not allow you to use the Judiciary to sabotage the democratic rights of Kenyans,” he said.
The Senator also dismissed threats of violence by the oppositon, adding that Kenyans will vote overwhelmingly for President Uhuru Kenyatta and that there will be peace in the country.
The leaders spoke when they addressed a political rally at Kabartonjo at the start of their meet-the-people tour of Baringo County.
They were also joined by Baringo Senator and Kanu leader, Gideon Moi.