Busia County leaders are advocating for a unity candidate to challenge incumbent Governor Paul Otuoma in the 2027 general elections, citing alleged mismanagement and corruption within the current administration. They are urging Presidential Principal Administrative Secretary Arthur Osiya and former County Executive Engineer Vincent Sidai to agree on a single candidate to represent a united front.

• Six senior officials were arrested last month by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over allegations of embezzling Ksh1.4 billion meant for development projects.
• Angurai North MCA Isaac Wamalwa claimed the Auditor-General’s report showed Ksh5 billion in county funds was unaccounted for.
• Former Governor Sospeter Ojaamong hinted at plans to convene talks between Osiya and Sidai to produce a single community-backed candidate.