Kenyan lawyer Dr. Miguna Miguna has dropped another bombshell, claiming that President William Ruto’s latest nominations to the IEBC (Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission) are part of a bigger political plan.
Miguna made the claims on X (formerly Twitter), where he called out two nominees, saying they are linked to powerful people around Ruto and other political figures.
“Tyrant William Ruto’s games. Erastus Edung Ethekon is Nanok’s cousin. Nanok is Ruto’s PA.
Hassan Noor Hassan: Former KANU/Moi P.C., was part of the Kshs. 5.8 billion NYS scandal and graft at Mau Forest Water-tower. Noor is married to Junet’s sister.
Mchezo wa Sugoi & Bondo!” — Miguna Miguna posted.
Who Has Been Nominated to IEBC?
According to an official statement from the Office of the President, Ruto has nominated the following five people to join the IEBC:
| Position | Nominee | County |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Erastus Edung Ethekon | Turkana |
| Commissioner | Hassan Abdulahi Mohamed | Wajir |
| Commissioner | Ms. Florence Jaoko | Migori |
| Commissioner | Mr. George Morara Kegoro | Nyamira |
| Commissioner | Fatuma Anyibe Hussein | Tana River |
These nominees are now waiting to be vetted by Parliament.
Miguna’s Claims: Family Ties and Scandal
Miguna claims that Erastus Ethekon, who has been nominated as the IEBC chairperson, is a cousin to Joshua Nanok, President Ruto’s Chief of Staff.
This has raised concerns that the nomination might not be purely based on merit, but on family ties.
Miguna also alleges that Hassan Noor Hassan, another nominee, was involved in the KSh 5.8 billion NYS scandal and past corruption in the Mau Forest Water Tower project.
He further claims that Noor is married to ODM MP Junet Mohamed’s sister — something that has sparked questions about possible political influence.
Is This Ruto’s Political Strategy?
These new IEBC appointments come at a time when Kenya is preparing for future elections. The commission is expected to handle elections fairly and without bias. But with Miguna’s allegations, many Kenyans are now asking:
Is Ruto trying to control the electoral body through allies and family ties?
Some people believe these are just political games, while others say it’s a smart move to ensure stability at IEBC. Critics, however, argue that this could lead to conflict of interest or bias during elections.
What Happens Next?
The five nominees will now face vetting in Parliament, where lawmakers will question them before they can be officially appointed.
Civil society groups and some politicians are already calling for a transparent process and public participation.
Miguna’s post has added fire to the conversation online, with many Kenyans sharing their views on tribalism, favoritism, and whether the IEBC can truly be trusted to be neutral.
Why This Matters
As the debate continues, all eyes are now on Parliament — and on President Ruto — to see how they handle the growing pressure over these controversial nominations.
