No movement in Migori as Nasa supporters block roads
Nasa supporters blocked roads in Migori on October 25, 2017 as they protested against the repeat presidential election. PHOTO | ELISHA OTIENO | NATION MEDIA GROUP
What you need to know:
- Nasa supporters have camped at polling stations, blocked roads and prevented delivery of poll materials.
- IEBC officials are finding it difficult to distribute election materials as most roads are blocked.
- Pedestrians are forced to carry stones to show they support the election boycott.
There is no movement of people in and outside Migori County.
All roads have been blocked with boulders by the Nasa supporters and pedestrians are expected to carry stones in a show of solidarity.
ELECTION MATERIALS
Vehicles transporting poll materials are finding it difficult to reach the eight constituencies.
Some Nasa supporters have camped at polling stations and on said they want to "see the courageous faces of presiding officers and clerks who want to conduct the polls against the advice of Nasa leader Raila Odinga".
The main bridge in Migori town, which connects Kenya and Tanzania, has been blocked by youths who now appear unperturbed by tear gas fumes.
Police have unsuccessfully tried to open the roads but the youth block them almost immediately.
Most residents opted to remain indoors.
IEBC official Mr Charles Mutai said the "obtaining situation is very worrying".
