IEBC stares at nightmare of ballot papers delay due to judge's ruling

Then-IEBC officials and airport staff inspect ballot papers at the JKIA, on July 18, 2017. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]

The electoral agency is staring at a logistical nightmare after the High Court declared as unconstitutional a requirement for independent candidates to submit copies of their supporters’ identification documents.

Although Justice Anthony Mrima did not direct the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to include disqualified candidates - presidential and others - in the August 9 elections, the judgement has opened an avenue through which they can seek to contest elective seats.