
President William Ruto has expressed his condolences following the passing of former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati.
In a statement, President Ruto described Chebukati as a principled and diligent leader who served the nation with integrity.
“His death is a great loss to our country. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. Rest in Peace,” he said.
Chebukati, who passed away while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital, served as the IEBC Chairperson from 2017 to 2023, overseeing two general elections.
Despite facing significant challenges, he became the first IEBC Chair to complete his term