Murkomen warns politicians against using goons, restricts access to polling stations

Tonight, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says only accredited persons will be allowed into polling stations and tallying centres, adding that no one will be permitted to loiter near polling areas after casting their ballot. Murkomen has also issued a stern warning to politicians accused of plotting to hire goons to disrupt this week’s mini-polls, insisting they will face the full force of the law. Touring Kasipul constituency to assess security preparedness, the CS revealed that security agencies have received intelligence on plans to ferry goons from Kisumu, Nairobi and neighbouring counties to instigate chaos. Meanwhile, IEBC chairperson Erastus Ethekon reiterated that the commission will take decisive action against anyone found engaging in election malpractices