The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has issued a call for applications for party nomination, inviting qualified and interested candidates to apply for the party ticket in the upcoming Ol Kalou Constituency by-election scheduled for 16th July 2026.
The announcement, dated 26th April 2026, outlines key application details, including nomination fees, payment procedures, and requirements for aspirants seeking the Member of Parliament position for Ol Kalou Constituency.
Nomination Fees Set for Aspirants
The party has specified non-refundable nomination fees for applicants, with general applicants required to pay Ksh. 250,000.
Youth and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) will pay a reduced fee of Ksh. 125,000.
Nomination fees are a mandatory requirement for all candidates seeking the party ticket. As part of the application procedure, candidates must produce documentation that they have paid the statutory nomination fee.
The instruction emphasizes conformity with the specified price structure, making payment an essential step for individuals seeking nomination.
Payment Procedure for Aspirants
All nomination fees are to be paid through a designated bank account provided by the party. The account name is listed as Democracy for the Citizens Party, with payments to be made through Equity Bank.
The payment details include Pay bill number 247247 and Account Number 254829. Aspirants are required to use these details when submitting their nomination fees.
The structured payment process is intended to ensure accountability and proper verification of all transactions with the nomination process.
Application forms are available at the Party Headquarters. All interested aspirants must complete and submit the official application form as part of the nomination process.
In addition to completing the application form, candidates are required to attach all required supporting documents. Proof of payment of the nomination fee must also be included among the submitted materials.
These requirements are for all applicants seeking consideration for the party ticket in the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election.
The party has set a strict deadline for submission of all applications. Interested candidates must submit their applications on or before Saturday, 2nd May 2026.
Failure to meet the deadline will result in disqualification from the nomination process, as all submissions must comply with the stated timelines.
Structured Nomination Process
The DCP National Elections Board, under the leadership of Chairperson Wanjiru Kago, is overseeing the nomination process. The board has outlined clear procedures to guide applicants through each stage.
The call for applications highlights the party’s structured approach, with defined steps covering application, payment, documentation, and submission.
Candidates are expected to carefully follow all indicated requirements, including payment verification and submission of all required paperwork.
The nomination process is part of the party’s preparations for the impending by-election, in which it hopes to present a candidate for Member of Parliament in the Ol Kalou Constituency. The structure presented stresses conformity, openness, and respect to the established guidelines, notably those governing nomination fees and payment procedures.
All interested candidates must follow the process, submitting application forms, supporting documentation, and proof of payment before the deadline.
