Boyd Were, son of the late Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, has announced his intention to vie for his father’s parliamentary seat following a brutal murder on April 30. He aims to continue his father's legacy and development projects in the constituency.

• Boyd Were emphasizes his commitment to educational and economic empowerment initiatives introduced by his father.
• Calls for ODM to give Boyd a direct nomination have been made by various political figures.
• The date for the upcoming by-election is yet to be announced, with investigations into the late MP's murder ongoing.