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Message: [QUOTE="Nehanda, post: 26738, member: 2262"] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called upon Kenyan citizens to attend the funeral service of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission chairperson Wafula Chebukati as a tribute to his distinguished public service career. Through his official X account on March 2, 2025, Wetang'ula encouraged massive public participation alongside President William Ruto during the upcoming burial ceremony for the respected electoral official whose contributions shaped Kenya's democratic landscape. Wetang'ula praised Chebukati's adherence to legal frameworks during his tenure at the electoral commission, noting how this principled leadership garnered international recognition. The former IEBC chairman frequently received invitations from foreign nations seeking his expertise on electoral management systems and democratic processes. His leadership approach established benchmarks for electoral integrity that resonated beyond Kenyan borders, creating lasting impacts on democratic institutions throughout Africa. During his visit to the Chebukati family homestead in Kitale, TransNzoia County, Speaker Wetang'ula expressed profound sympathies to Mary Wanyonyi, widow of the late chairman. He requested nationwide prayers for the bereaved family as they navigate this difficult period following the loss of their patriarch. The personal outreach by Wetang'ula highlights the significant respect Chebukati commanded across political divides despite overseeing contentious electoral periods throughout his career with the commission. The final farewell ceremony for Wafula Chebukati will take place at his ancestral home in Kitale on March 8, 2025. According to constitutional provisions, his management of Kenya's electoral body earned him substantial respect both domestically and internationally. Numerous government officials and political figures from various parties are expected to attend the burial service, demonstrating the unified appreciation for his contributions to Kenya's democratic journey regardless of previous electoral controversies during his leadership period at the commission. [/QUOTE]

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