In a crucial development in the ongoing legal battle over the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commissioners (IEBC) selection Panel process, The political parties Dispute Tribunal has announced it will deliver its judgment on September 10, 2024. The decision comes after a key hearing today where the court heard oral submissions from all parties involved.

The tribunal has been tasked with reviewing all complaints and pleadings related to the dispute, including concerns over the exclusion of National Liberal Party Leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo from the IEBC selection panel list of nominees. Following today’s proceedings, the tribunal will deliberate on the case and render its judgment at 4:00 PM on September 10 2024.

In the interim, the court’s previous orders remain in effect, which includes barring the Clerk of the Senate/Secretary to Parliamentary Service Commission Mr. Jeremiah Nyengenye from forwarding the list of nominees to the President for subsequent gazettment and swearing in.This pause aims to address and resolve the legal challenges affecting the nomination process.

Today’s hearing marked a significant step toward resolving the dispute and ensuring a transparent and fair process for appointing the IEBC Chairman and commissioners. The upcoming judgment will be crucial in determining the future of the nomination process and the appointment of key electoral officials.

As the tribunal prepares to deliver its verdict, all parties involved are awaiting the resolution that will shape the next steps in this high-stakes legal battle.