Barasa Slams Musyoka Over IEBC Remarks: "Stop Being a Watermelon!"

Hills Stadium, Nandi County, Kenya, became the stage for a heated political exchange on May 11, 2025. Didmus Barasa, addressing a crowd, sharply criticized Kalonzo Musyoka's remarks concerning the formation of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). "Kalonzo Musyoka should stop being a watermelon!" Barasa exclaimed, referring to Musyoka's perceived indecisiveness. Barasa detailed the legal process, stating that political parties were given the chance to choose their representatives for the IEBC selection panel. He emphasized that this was done according to the law, and that Musyoka's complaints were unfounded. This event highlights the ongoing political tensions surrounding the IEBC's composition and the importance of transparency in the electoral process. The video provides a valuable record of this public exchange, underscoring the need for open dialogue and collaboration in Kenya's political landscape.