Gachagua Accuses IEBC Vice Chair of By-Election Interference in Magarini.

 Writing for his Democracy for Citizens Party, Gachagua claimed IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah met Kilifi County officials at a Malindi hotel on November 21, sharing lists of preferred presiding officers and offering bribes for a specific candidate. He demanded her resignation, new officers for the November 27 by-election, and a full probe, citing similar issues in a 2022 Magarini vote. The seat opened after the previous MP's death, with Gachagua's party backing Stanley Karisa Kenga amid coastal political rivalries. Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung'aro denied any wrongdoing, as the IEBC prepares amid calls for integrity ahead of 2027 elections.