Shitandi Edith Were v Henry Majimbo Okumu & 2 others [2018] KEMC 54 (KLR)
- Court
- Magistrate's Courts
- Case number
- 54
- Citation
- [2018] KEMC 54 (KLR)
- Decided
- 8 February 2018
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TypeElection PetitionPosturePetitioner seeks to have the election results declared null and void due to alleged electoral malpractices.CoramJ.Kingori
Holding
The court declares Henry Majimbo Okumu validly elected as Member of County Assembly Khalaba Ward.
Facts
An election for Member of County Assembly Khalaba Ward was held on 8 August 2017 with 8 candidates. Henry Majimbo Okumu was declared the winner.
Issues
- Validity of the election results
- Provision of evidence for electoral malpractices
- Interference with the free choice of voters
Reasoning
The court found no evidence of widespread bribery or malpractices that interfered with the free choice of voters. The elections were conducted in accordance with the principles and in the written law.
Outcome
Petition dismissed
Orders
- Costs follow the cause
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Election Act 2011
- Constitution of Kenya 2010
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