Kithinji Kiragu v Martin Nyaga Wambora & 2 others [2013] KEHC 1017 (KLR)

Facts

The Petitioner filed a Notice of Motion seeking scrutiny of votes from Runyenjes and Manyatta constituencies, excepting Kithiruri Tea Buying Centre and Kathunguri Primary School. The 1st Respondent opposed the application, arguing that the Petitioner had not laid a basis for the orders sought.

Issues

1. Whether the Petitioner has laid a basis for scrutiny of votes in Runyenjes and Manyatta constituencies
2. Whether the scrutiny and recount exercise conducted by the Deputy Registrar covered the disputed results in limited polling stations

Reasoning

The Court found that the scrutiny and recount exercise covered the disputed results in limited polling stations and that the Petitioner had not laid a basis for the orders sought.

Outcome

The Petitioner's application was denied