Musalia Mudavadi asked lawmakers to hurry up and pass a new bill on presidential transitions. He wants formal rules for changing power after elections. This proposed law includes safeguards against problems during leadership changes that might harm Kenya's economy and security. The Prime Cabinet Secretary believes these measures would protect citizens during uncertain times between administrations.
Parliament should learn from what happened during the heated 2022 elections, according to Mudavadi. He specifically mentioned how former election chairman Wafula Chebukati faced challenges running that vote. The bill would make sure future election officials have protected space to do their constitutional duties without interference. Mudavadi thinks passing this law would honor Chebukati's efforts to bring proper management to Kenya's voting system.
Every government department should prepare early for possible leadership changes before election day arrives. Mudavadi suggested they should create financial records and property lists ahead of time. These preparations would help both the leaving and arriving administrations handle the switch better. He emphasized that good transitions start with planning months before voting begins and continue through the day a new president takes the oath.
Mudavadi made these comments during Chebukati's funeral at Sabata farm located in Trans Nzoia county, where President William Ruto also attended. He described running the election commission as a special calling that affects many lives but receives little thanks. The government has already picked finalists for the next election chairperson job. Mudavadi stressed that strong institutions depend mostly on who leads them, as Kenya works toward improving election systems for future votes.
Parliament should learn from what happened during the heated 2022 elections, according to Mudavadi. He specifically mentioned how former election chairman Wafula Chebukati faced challenges running that vote. The bill would make sure future election officials have protected space to do their constitutional duties without interference. Mudavadi thinks passing this law would honor Chebukati's efforts to bring proper management to Kenya's voting system.
Every government department should prepare early for possible leadership changes before election day arrives. Mudavadi suggested they should create financial records and property lists ahead of time. These preparations would help both the leaving and arriving administrations handle the switch better. He emphasized that good transitions start with planning months before voting begins and continue through the day a new president takes the oath.
Mudavadi made these comments during Chebukati's funeral at Sabata farm located in Trans Nzoia county, where President William Ruto also attended. He described running the election commission as a special calling that affects many lives but receives little thanks. The government has already picked finalists for the next election chairperson job. Mudavadi stressed that strong institutions depend mostly on who leads them, as Kenya works toward improving election systems for future votes.
