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President William Ruto has nominated a chairperson and six members to serve as commissioners at the electoral body, ending months of tension over its reconstitution just two years ahead of the next general election. Ian Keitany reports on the nominees.
RUTO NOMINATES NEW ELECTORAL COMMISSION TEAM
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