Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has announced his intention to run for the Bungoma gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election, declaring he will seek the nomination under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket.

• The MP has conducted 33 rallies across Bungoma County in the last three months to build support.
• Didmus Barasa aims to prioritize and transform the county's healthcare sector, pledging to equip facilities with modern equipment like CT scan machines.
• Political analysts are positioning the gubernatorial contest as a potential two-horse race primarily between Didmus Barasa and Tim Wanyonyi.