The battle for the IEBC Selection Panel seat continues to heat up as Dr. Augustus Muli, leader of the National Liberal Party (NLP), remains defiant in his fight to secure his position against fierce opposition from Koki Muli of Wiper Party. Despite the intense rivalry and ongoing political maneuvering, Dr. Muli has vowed to hold on to what he believes is his legitimate victory, pledging to defend his seat to the fullest.
Eyes on the Court of Appeal
Now, all eyes are on the Court of Appeal as it prepares to deliver its verdict on Tuesday, where it is expected to provide direction on the pending appeal filed by Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli. The appeal seeks to resolve the dispute over the legitimacy of his election to the IEBC Selection Panel, and its outcome could significantly impact the future of the panel’s formation.
As tensions mount, Muli is resolute, standing firm in his belief that his election was both fair and democratic. “I was elected by the majority of parties in the Minority Coalition,” Muli emphasized, “and I will fight to defend my position until the very end.”
The Gender Balance Controversy
Adding to the complexity of the situation, the issue of gender balance has become a point of contention, with Azimio accusing the selection process of disregarding gender equity. Muli has strongly refuted these claims, arguing that the decision was politically motivated. “If gender balance was a true concern, they would have canceled the entire election and called for a fresh process,” he said, dismissing the allegations as a tactic to derail his rightful win.
Kalonzo Musyoka’s Role and the Growing Divide
Further intensifying the dispute, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has continued to label Muli as a stooge of President William Ruto, a claim that Muli has vehemently denied. “I am not anyone’s puppet,” Muli declared, highlighting that the majority of Azimio rejected Kalonzo’s candidate in the selection process. He called the narrative promoted by Kalonzo as an attempt to exert control over the coalition’s democratic processes.
A Pivotal Moment for the IEBC Selection Panel
With the Court of Appeal’s ruling just days away, the political landscape surrounding the IEBC Selection Panel remains in flux. Dr. Muli’s determination to defend his position signals that the legal and political battle is far from over. “I will not back down,” Muli stated firmly. “I won fair and square, and I will continue to stand by that truth.”
As the court prepares to weigh in, the outcome of the appeal could reshape the direction of the IEBC Selection Panel and could have far-reaching consequences for both the political future of the players involved and the credibility of the electoral process itself. Stay tuned for what promises to be a defining moment in this high-stakes legal and political drama.
