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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 50912, member: 636"] Kenya's fresh electoral boss, Erastus Ethekon, took his official oath at the Supreme Court Buildings on Friday. The newly minted chairperson delivered passionate remarks about serving ordinary citizens who wield ultimate power under the nation's founding document. Ethekon promised voters their voices would carry weight during the upcoming polls. He drew inspiration from American civil rights champion John Lewis, who called voting precious and sacred. The electoral chief urged Kenyans to harness their democratic rights to build lasting peace and stability. Ethekon spelled out his commission's constitutional duties under Article 88 which demands free and fair elections. He stressed that credible voting depends on everyone respecting laws and treating all citizens equally. The chairman admitted his team faced tough hurdles reaching their current positions. He vowed to serve Kenya with complete honesty and swift action. Ethekon declared the appointment marked the start of sacred service to the people. The electoral leader thanked President William Ruto for his role in the rigorous selection process. He also praised Parliament's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee for their contributions. Ethekon commended the Judiciary for fast-tracking procedures and confirming the appointments met legal standards. He invoked Winston Churchill's famous words about responsibility being the cost of greatness. The chairman said that burden falls on his team and all Kenyans. Ethekon will guide the commission alongside six newly appointed members. Ann Njeri Nderitu joins the team as does Moses Alutalala Mukhwana. Mary Karen Sorobit and Hassan Noor Hassan round out the group. Francis Odhiambo Aduol and Fahima Araphat Abdallah complete the six-person roster. The full commission faces mounting pressure to rebuild public trust after past electoral controversies. [/QUOTE]

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