The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has summoned United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar to answer questions about his alleged remarks concerning dead voters.
Omar is expected to appear before the electoral body on October 21 to explain his remarks that have had the opposition up in arms.
"The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), through its Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee, has summoned Hon. Hassan Omar to appear before the Committee on October 21, 2026, at Anniversary Towers," IEBC said in a statement shared with Kenyans.co.ke.
According to IEBC, Omar is to respond to remarks made on September 11, 2026, during a political rally in Jomvu, Mombasa County, which sparked massive political controversy.
UDA Party Secretary General Hassan Omar Hassan during the official visit to China on January 31.
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During the event, where he also officially declared his bid for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election, Omar allegedly made remarks suggesting that the fingerprints of deceased people should be used to vote.
"The summons arises from statements allegedly made by the former Senator at a public rally in Mombasa County on September 11, 2026, on voting by deceased voters," IEBC stated.
The statements provoked immediate backlash from the opposition, with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders from Mombasa demanding disciplinary action and expressing fears over potential electoral manipulation.
Omar later clarified his remarks on September 14, claiming they were metaphorical and intended to highlight concerns over the integrity of the voter register rather than an actual plot.
According to the IEBC, it is mandated to promote and safeguard the integrity of Kenya's electoral processes, including ensuring that all participants conduct themselves in accordance with the Constitution, the Elections Act, and the Electoral Code of Conduct.
IEBC argues that Omar,s remarks are likely to have violated the Electoral Code of Conduct.
The UDA Secretary General has now been allowed to be heard before the Commission can take any action against him, in line with its constitutional right to fair administration.
His remarks will be determined only after he has appeared before the Commission and explained himself.
"The Committee will make its determination only after considering the material and representations before it. The Commission expects the former Senator to honour the summons and cooperate with the proceedings," IEBC said.
Besides IEBC and the opposition, UDA members have also called for disciplinary action against the EALA MP, including his demotion from the position of Secretary General.
UDA National Chairperson Cecily Mbarire Flanked by UDA's Secretary General Hassan Omar Hassan among other leaders on Wednesday, January 21.