DP Kindiki most preferred Ruto running mate for 2027
DP Kithure Kindiki appears favorite to deputise President Ruto in the 2027 General Election despite interest in the seat from coalition partners...
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A new survey by Tifa Research indicates that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is the most preferred running mate for President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
- Kithure Kindiki garnered 59 per cent support, significantly ahead of other potential candidates.
- The survey highlights strong voter preference for continuity within President Ruto's political camp.
- The poll also explored potential opposition pairings, with a Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang’i ticket emerging as the most preferred at 31 per cent.
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