Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has addressed concerns about potential legal disruptions to the 2027 elections, responding to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi’s warning over delays in reviewing constituency and ward boundaries.
Mudavadi had argued that Kenya risks a legal crisis because the 2010 Constitution mandates a review of electoral boundaries every eight to twelve years—a requirement that has not yet been fulfilled.
He suggested that failure to comply could open the door to judicial challenges, potentially affecting the credibility of the next general election.
In a statement on X, Duale clarified that the issue remains a procedural matter and does not amount to a constitutional crisis.
He cited a Supreme Court advisory opinion delivered in September 2025, noting that the court had left the question unresolved because the case was submitted before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) was fully constituted.
“The Supreme Court expressly stated that once the new IEBC is in place, the Commission should return to the Court and seek a fresh advisory opinion,” Duale said. “The question of timelines is still open, but there is a clear legal path forward. There is no constitutional crisis.”
Duale’s remarks highlight the judiciary’s role in managing electoral procedures and ensuring that any gaps in timelines can be addressed through established legal mechanisms.
By leaving the matter open for the newly constituted IEBC, the Supreme Court provided a structured process to safeguard the integrity of upcoming polls.
For Kenyans, concerns over delayed boundaries reviews are particularly significant because electoral outcomes influence local governance, development projects, and resource allocation in constituencies and wards across the country.
Duale’s clarification aims to reassure citizens and political stakeholders that the legal framework remains functional and capable of guiding the electoral process.
The Health CS emphasized that adherence to constitutional and judicial procedures is essential.
He urged the IEBC to follow the Supreme Court’s guidance once fully constituted, reinforcing that the commission’s actions will determine how the boundaries review issue is resolved ahead of the 2027 elections.
With less than three years to the national polls, Duale’s statement serves as a reminder that legal and institutional frameworks in Kenya are designed to manage procedural delays without jeopardizing the electoral calendar.