Moses Kuria’s lawyers want IEBC proceedings against him halted, cites jurisdiction » Capital News

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 30 – Gatundu South Member of Parliament Moses Kuria’s lawyers now want the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to stop hearing the vote rigging case against him until as suit on jurisdiction is determined.

His lawyer Ndegwa Wahome, cited the case where Women Representative Sabina Chege had a similar matter before IEBC but moved to court to challenge its jurisdiction.

He pointed out that the Committee should down its tools until the matter before the court is fully heard and determined.

He indicated that they do not expect the High Court to issue contrary orders in the interim noting that the

charges before Kuria and Sabina are the same and that it will only be prudent to wait for the ruling.

IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebkati was expected to rule on the matter at mid-day.

On March 15, Kuria said he and other political leaders helped President Uhuru Kenyatta secure victory in both elections through dubious means.

Kuria made the claims during the United Democratic Alliance party delegates conference at the Kasarani Gymnasium Arena.