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Evidence struck out in Omar poll petition challenging Governor Joho’s win

Lady Justice Lydiah Achode. She struck out all form 37As that were presented before the Mombasa High Court by former Senator Hassan Omar. (Photo:Kelvin Karani: Standard)

A court in Mombasa has struck out portions of key evidence filed by former Senator Hassan Omar in his petition against Governor Hassan Joho's victory in the August 8 elections.

Justice Lydia Achode agreed with Mr Joho and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) that a section of Mr Omar's affidavit advancing rigging claims, including bribery of voters on August 8, was inadmissible because it was obtained from IEBC against established rules.

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