Westlands MP Timothy Wanyonyi has been endorsed for the 2027 Bungoma gubernatorial race by a coalition of eight Members of Parliament from Bungoma, marking a significant shift in the county's political landscape.

• Eight MPs publicly support Wanyonyi, positioning him as the preferred candidate to succeed outgoing Governor Kenneth Lusaka.
• The endorsement was led by Sirisia MP John Waluke, who emphasized Wanyonyi's integrity and development record.
• Political analyst Isaac Wanjecheke notes that this endorsement shifts momentum away from competitor Didmus Barasa, who has previously been seen as a frontrunner.