The sudden death of UDA aspirant Dr. Enock Andaje has sparked a political storm in Malava, ahead of a by-election. Dr. Andaje collapsed and died at Bulupi Primary School after allegedly being promised a direct UDA ticket for the Malava parliamentary seat.

• Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula claimed Dr. Andaje succumbed to political pressure after being told to resign as Chief Principal at Bungoma High School with a promise of a direct ticket.
• Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi stated that UDA will conduct transparent primaries for the Malava by-election, with nominations set for September 20, 2025.
• Some leaders, including Higher Education Principal Secretary Dr. Beatrice Inyangala, urged restraint and to avoid politicizing the tragedy, calling it a natural death.