Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch
UDA and DCP candidates made final pitches on the last days of campaigns ahead of Thursday’s by-elections...
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The Emurua Dikirr parliamentary seat by-election campaigns are reaching their climax with final rallies held by leading candidates David Keter (UDA) and Vincent Rotich (DCP).
- The by-election was necessitated by the death of former MP Johana Ngeno.
- The contest is seen as a significant political test for President William Ruto and his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, in the Rift Valley region.
- Final rallies were held on Tuesday, May 11th, with voting scheduled for Thursday.
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Emurua Dikirr By-election: Campaigns Conclude Ahead of Thursday Vote - May 2026
Campaigns for the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election have concluded ahead of Thursday's vote, marked by intense rivalry between the UDA and DCP parties. Five candidates are vying for the seat following the death of MP Johana Ngeno. Final rallies were held by leading candidates David Keter (UDA) and Vincent Rotich (DCP), with all eyes on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission as the vote approaches.
