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Olonana D.Ololtulet v Munka Nanyokie Julius Ole & 2 others [2018] KEMC 53 (KLR)

[2018] KEMC 53 (KLR) Magistrate's Courts
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Court
Magistrate's Courts
Case number
53
Citation
[2018] KEMC 53 (KLR)
Decided
15 February 2018
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner vs. RespondentsCoramPresiding Officer, Returning Officer
Holding

The court found no evidence of significant irregularities that affected the integrity of the election.

Facts

The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Respondents conducted elections for Kilgoris Central Ward, where Olonana D. Ololtulet and Munka Nanyokie Julius Ole were the candidates. Olonana D. Ololtulet filed a petition alleging irregularities and illegalities.

Issues

  1. Whether the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Respondents conducted credible, free, and fair elections.
  2. Whether election malpractices affected the integrity of the election.
  3. Whether Olonana D. Ololtulet was lawfully elected as MCA.
  4. What consequential orders should the court grant.

Reasoning

The court acknowledged the presence of minor issues at specific polling stations but found no evidence that these affected the overall integrity of the election.

Outcome

The court dismissed the petition.

Authorities cited

Legislation (2)
  • Elections Act, 2011
  • Elections Parliamentary and County Elections Petition Rules, 2017
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