Chickengate Scandal: Uncovering the Truth Behind Kenya's Electoral Corruption

The "Chickengate" Scandal: A Former IEBC CEO's Perspective Kenya's political landscape was rocked by the "Chickengate" scandal, a corruption case involving the bribery of Kenyan electoral officials by the UK-based printing firm Smith & Ouzman. In a recent interview, James Oswago, the former CEO of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), offered a counter-narrative to the widely reported events. "The narrative is that the officials were corrupt," Oswago stated, "but what I'm saying is counter to that." He detailed the discrepancy between the inflated prices reported in the media and the actual charges in court. Oswago's interview also touched upon the personal toll the scandal has taken on his life, including the death of his daughter. His account provides a nuanced perspective on this complex issue, highlighting the need for a thorough understanding of all sides of the story. The case remains ongoing, underscoring the ongoing importance of transparency and accountability in Kenyan elections.