Heads of Mission in Kenya, led by US Ambassador, Robert Godec at a past media briefing.[Photo|Twitter]
Ambassadors of several states in Kenya, have called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and other relevant stakeholders, to begin preparing for a new presidential poll, after the Supreme Court nullified the election of Uhuru Kenyatta, as president-elect, in the August 8th elections.
The Heads of Mission in Kenya, led by US Ambassador, Robert Godec, urged everyone to work out and make the election free, fair, credible, and peaceful.
"The Supreme Court’s decision today on the 2017 presidential election is an important moment for Kenya. The Court’s independent review has demonstrated Kenya’s resilient democracy and commitment to the rule of law. The Kenyan people showed patience and confidence as the legal case ran its course."
In a joint statement, the 24 envoys indicated that they had trust in the ability of Kenya and its citizens to do so, adding that all electoral processes can be improved.
They pledged their support to the relevant institutions, saying a transparent legal process and the parties’ respect for the Court’s decision reflect the strength of Kenya’s democracy.
"We have trust in the ability of Kenya and its citizens to do so. All electoral processes can be improved, and we will continue to support Kenya’s institutions in this important work. The transparent legal process and the parties’ respect for the Court’s decision reflect the strength of Kenya’s democracy."
As friends, the ambassadors indicated they were ready to deepen their countries' partnership with Kenya as it moves forward in building the nation.
They said they stand with Kenya, at this historic time, as Kenyans support and reaffirm their democracy, which is an example for Africa and the world.
"As friends, we want to deepen our partnership with Kenya as it moves forward in building this great country. At this historic time, we stand with all Kenyans as they support and reaffirm their democracy, which is an example for Africa and the world," read the statement in part, Friday.
The statement was also signed by High Commissioner for the United Kingdom Nic Hailey; Jutta Frasch Ambassador of Germany; Ralf Heckner Ambassador of Switzerland; Julia Pataki Ambassador of Romania among others.
The Supreme Court nullified the election of Uhuru Kenyatta, who was defendeing his seat in the August 8 election, Friday September 1, 2017, saying the electoral body, IEBC, conducted the election which was marred by irregularities.
The opposition, NASA, leader Raila Odinga filed the petition, before the a seven judge bench.
Another presidential election would be held within 60 days from the day of the verdict.