Ndia Member of Parliament George Kariuki has urged political leaders and Kenyans to give the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) space to carry out its constitutional duties without political pressure or interference.

Kariuki said the electoral body must be allowed to operate independently as it prepares for the 2027 General Election.

He reminded political leaders that IEBC is an independent constitutional commission established under Article 88 of the Constitution and is not supposed to take instructions from politicians or other external interests.

The MP called on Kenyans to remain patient and calm, warning that excessive pressure on the electoral commission could damage public confidence in the election process.

He also urged politicians to be careful with their public statements and avoid remarks or actions that could create unnecessary tension as the country moves closer to the elections.

Kariuki said all political actors have a responsibility to respect the Constitution, electoral laws and procedures governing elections.

His remarks come as debate over the preparedness and independence of IEBC continues to intensify ahead of the 2027 polls.

The commission recently rejected allegations by Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua concerning the procurement of electoral technology, alleged political interference and claims of plans to manipulate the voter register.

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon described the allegations as false and unsubstantiated, saying the commission’s procurement process was still at an early stage.

The commission said tender documents for electoral technology had been published through its official platforms and that the final decision would only be made after the required procurement procedures were completed.

Kariuki urged Kenyans to rely on official information from IEBC and other authorised institutions rather than unverified claims and political speculation.

He maintained that protecting the credibility of Kenya’s electoral process requires cooperation from the electoral commission, political parties, candidates, civil society and voters.

The MP’s message was clear: IEBC should be allowed to do its job, political leaders should respect the law, and Kenyans should remain calm as preparations for the 2027 election continue.