Ruto says he sought Gideon Moi to ‘unite Kenya’, calls KANU fundamental to nation’s politics

Ruto’s remarks came a day after KANU pulled out of the Baringo senatorial by-election scheduled for 27 November. The withdrawal, which followed Moi’s meeting with the President earlier in the week, triggered unease within sections of the party base and prompted calls for clar..

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President William Ruto announced he sought out KANU Chairman Gideon Moi to promote national unity, calling KANU "fundamental" to Kenya's politics. This outreach follows KANU's withdrawal from the upcoming Baringo senatorial by-election.

KANU withdrew from the November 27 by-election after Moi's meeting with President Ruto.
Samburu West MP Naisula Lesuuda urged Moi to clarify KANU's strategy to supporters.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission maintained the November 27 poll date for the by-election.