Wiper, ODM, UDA safe: Political parties cry foul over probe plan

On paper, most registered political parties indicate they have branch offices in at least 24 counties, as required by law.

Audit reports, however, reveal the opposite. Most outfits only run head offices, with their branch offices either closed over rent arrears or lack lease agreements. Running offices in at least 24 counties has remained a costly affair, especially for small parties. Having branch offices means paying rent and hiring staff. To beat the system, some parties meet the requirements only for purposes of registration, only to close down the branch offices thereafter.