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MDG party urges IEBC to curb violence in upcoming by-elections

"As a party, we abhor violence and implore all those contesting in the by-elections to conduct themselves with respect," MP Ochieng said.

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by STAR CORRESPONDENT

Nyanza02 October 2025 - 13:00
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  • ‎MDG Party Leader David Ochieng warned that recent incidents of violence witnessed during party primaries across the country pose a serious threat to democracy.
  • ‎He called on the IEBC to stamp its authority and ensure that all participants uphold the principles of free, fair and credible elections.‎
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MDG Party Leader David Ochieng issues by-election ticket to Kasipul Constituency aspirant Collins Okeyo Omondi at party headquarters on October 2, 2025./HANDOUT
‎The Movement for Democracy and Growth (MDG) Party has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to strictly enforce the electoral code of conduct and guarantee a peaceful environment in the forthcoming by-elections.
‎MDG Party Leader David Ochieng warned that recent incidents of violence witnessed during party primaries across the country pose a serious threat to democracy. 
‎He called on the IEBC to stamp its authority and ensure that all participants uphold the principles of free, fair and credible elections.
‎Speaking at the party headquarters on Thursday, October 2, 2025 during the unveiling and presentation of nomination certificates to MDG candidates Collins Okeyo Omondi (Kasipul Constituency) and Joel Ongoro Otuoma (Kisa East Ward) Ochieng emphasized the party’s firm stance against violence.
‎“As a party, we abhor violence and implore all those contesting in the by-elections to conduct themselves with respect, uphold the law and show tolerance,” Ochieng said. 
‎He added, “We also urge the IEBC to take decisive action against candidates who use violence to intimidate opponents,"
‎Kasipul parliamentary candidate Collins Okeyo cautioned his rivals against perpetrating violence, reminding them of Kasipul’s troubled history with election-related chaos.
‎He appealed to constituents to embrace peace and vote for leaders with integrity, pledging to be a worthy representative of the people.

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