The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has now confirmed reports that CEO Ezra Chiloba has been suspended.
The commission's chairman Wafula Chebukati suspended Chiloba for a three month period pending investigations into procurement irregularities linked to the 2017 general elections.
The reports circulated through social and digital media on Monday, with IEBC remaining mum about the matter.
On Monday at around 9 pm, Chebukati told media houses that the Commissions' Plenary meeting held on Friday 6th April received and discussed an audit report on some procurement matters.
Chebukati said it was subsequently decided through a majority voting to expand audit scope and that the CEO proceeds on compulsory leave for 3 months.
"The 3 months leave is to enable conclusion of the audit. It is important to note that in making the decision to carryout a comprehensive audit, the Commission is performing its oversight role to safeguard public resources," said Chebukati.
The commission has been facing rebellion from within, after the contested August 8, 2018 general elections.