Sharif Abduldadir Abderhman v Abdallah Chikophe & 2 others [2013] KEMC 45 (KLR)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 45
- Citation
- [2013] KEMC 45 (KLR)
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner vs RespondentsCoramHON. JUSTUS KITUKU
Holding
The process was fair, free and transparent. The petitioner did not adduce sufficient evidence to overturn the election results.
Facts
The election for County Assembly of Kipini East Ward was contested by Shariff Abdulkadir Abderhaman (Petitioner) and Manase Samuel Guyo (3rd Respondent). The 1st Respondent, Abdalla Chikophe, was the returning officer. The 2nd Respondent, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, declared Guyo as the winner.
Issues
- Whether the election was riddled with malpractices
- Whether any illegal practice on election offence was committed by either of the respondents, or their agent
- What remedies are available to the parties
Reasoning
The court found the process fair and transparent, and the irregularities did not affect the election in a substantial manner. The presiding officers were found guilty of election offences.
Outcome
Petition dismissed
Orders
- Directs the Director of Public Prosecutions, the 2nd Respondent and the Speaker of the County Assembly to be notified of the commission of election offences by the two Presiding Officers for appropriate action
- Orders the petitioner to pay costs to the Respondents
Authorities cited
Legislation (3)
- Election Act
- Elections (General) Regulations 2012
- Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Act
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