Philip Mukui Wasike v James Lusweti Mukwe, IEBC & Silas Rotich (Petition 5 of 2013) [2013] KEHC 2233 (KLR) (26 September 2013) (Judgment)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2233
- Citation
- [2013] KEHC 2233 (KLR)
- Decided
- 26 September 2013
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TypeElection PetitionPostureRespondents' appeal from a judgment of the High Court of Kenya at BungomaCoramFred Ochieng, Kimaru, L.N Mutende, Lenaola, Maraga, Maranga, Muchelule, Mulwa, Musinga, Rawal
Holding
The court found the petition lacking in specificity and particularity, but did not deviate from its previous finding. The court ordered a scrutiny and recount in specified polling stations.
Facts
The petitioner Philip Mukui Wasike contested the Kabuchai Parliamentary seat in the General Elections held on 4th March, 2013 and lost to James Lusweti Mukwe. The results were contested, and a petition was filed against the respondents, including IEBC and Silas Rotich.
Issues
- credibility of the electoral process
- validity of the election results
- petition's sufficiency and competency
- allegations of bribery and treating
Reasoning
The court ruled that the petition was insufficiently specific and generalized, but did not dismiss it due to the lack of specific allegations.
Outcome
The court upheld the election results and ordered a scrutiny and recount in specified polling stations.
Orders
- Order for scrutiny and recount in specified polling stations
Remedies
- Scrutiny and recount of votes in specified polling stations
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Elections Act, 2011
- Constitution of Kenya
Cases cited (2)
- Issak v. Hussein & Another (2008) 1KLR (EP) 786
- Joho v. Nyange and Another (2008) 3KLR (EP) 500
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