Oscar Sudi urges Kenyans to register as voters ahead of 2027 exercise
Kapseret Member of Parliament (MP) Oscar Sudi has called on Kenyans to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise, urging them to play an active role in shaping the country’s future through the ballot.
In a statement on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Sudi reminded citizens that voting is both a constitutional right and a civic duty, stressing that every vote has the power to influence national direction.
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“Kenyans, register to vote and shape your country’s future! It’s your right, and every vote matters. Let’s exercise our democratic right and ensure our voices are heard,” he stated.
IEBC’s concern
This comes shortly after the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) raised concerns over the alarmingly low turnout in the ongoing voter registration exercise across the country.
Speaking at a local TV station on Monday, September 29, 2025, IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu revealed that field reports from registration officers indicate very low numbers, with some centres registering as few as three to five people in an entire day.
“From the reports we are getting one by one from the registration officers, some registered three, others five. It is a great concern to IEBC on the low voter turnout because once Kenyans do not turn up to register as voters, it means that they are excluding themselves from participating in their democratic processes,” she said.
Nderitu stressed that voter registration is the foundation of democracy and reminded Kenyans that their voice can only be heard through the ballot box.
“Every Kenyan is encouraged to register and to participate in the electoral processes because by doing that, that is how your vote becomes your voice,” she added.
The commission set a national target of registering 6.3 million new voters during the exercise.
Voter registration is a process that ensures only eligible citizens participate in elections. By registering, Kenyans gain the right to cast their ballots and influence leadership at both national and local levels.
The IEBC says the exercise is an opportunity for new voters to be registered, for those who have changed their residence to update their details, and for all citizens to verify their information.
