Chaos erupted in Narok Town after supporters of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) clashed with those of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

The confrontation began when UDA supporters allegedly ejected a DCP candidate from a polling area, triggering heated exchanges between the rival groups.

Police officers were forced to intervene, using tear gas to disperse the hostile crowds and restore order. The voting exercise was halted for a short period before normalcy resumed.

Calm has since returned, though the government has come under criticism from some quarters for allegedly suppressing the opposition.

At the Masikonde and St. Peters polling stations, voter turnout remained significantly low compared to previous elections. Voters who had already cast their ballots described the slow turnout as unusual.

“This is not what we normally see on voting days. We are urging others to come out and exercise their democratic right,” said one voter.

Meanwhile, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), alongside security officials and election observers, assured the public that the process remains secure and transparent.

“We want to assure Kenyans that this exercise is being conducted in a secure, transparent, and well-coordinated manner,” an IEBC official said